A Better SUMMER

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Safety and travel tips, recipes and good ideas to get you through a summer like no other.

Safecation

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A 'safecation' is the best way to travel this summer. Here's how to do it

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Safety First

Power out? Here's what to toss — and what to keep — in your fridge

Beach Safecation

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Is it safe to go to the beach? Experts answer 5 important questions

Social distance party preparations

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Is it safe to go to a barbecue? 5 things you need to know before going to a party

Camping Safecation SQUARE

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Camping 101

Camping is the hottest new vacation trend – here’s how to do it safely

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Read + watch

17 new movies, TV shows and books to check out this summer

Flying in the age of COVID SQUARE

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What's it like to fly right now? Here's everything you need to know

Travel

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Renting an Airbnb or vacation home? Here's how to do it safely

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Dining out has changed: 6 mistakes to avoid at a reopened restaurant

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Masks have become a common sight on beaches as attractions reopen during the coronavirus pandemic.

No sunbathing or sand castles? What to know before you go to the beach

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How to have friends over this summer — safely

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Planning a picnic? Here's how to keep your food safe and free of bugs

Food

Social distance party preparations

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Is it safe to go to a barbecue? 5 things you need to know before going to a party

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Flames in a barbecue

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Firing up the grill? Don’t make these 6 safety mistakes

Grilling

Cover Yourself

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Coronavirus

Are you wearing a face mask correctly? Common mistakes to avoid

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Coronavirus

Should you invite friends to swim in your pool? Experts weigh in

How to remove a tick

How to remove a tick the right way

Health

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Don't Get Eaten Alive by Mosquitos This Summer: Experts Share the Best Repellents to Use

Skincare

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'Remain vigilant': Mosquito season renews concerns about deadly EEE virus

Health

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Scientists say this tick season may not be bad, but the risk of Lyme is higher

Health

Wellness

7 signs your mystery rash is something more serious

Red, White and Blue Watermelon Salad

Here's how to cut summer fruit like watermelon, pineapple and mango

A Better Way

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A better way to cut a watermelon

Diet & Fitness

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How to cut a mango into perfect cubes (without cutting yourself)

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A better way to cut a pineapple

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Dehydration

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9 signs you might be dehydrated

Summer Safety

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Setting off fireworks for 4th of July? Experts say skip them

Behavior

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4 summer safety hazards — and how to avoid them

Coronavirus

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A Better Way

How to keep your family and pets safe in a heat wave

Water Safety

Worried about shark attacks? Here’s what you need to know to stay safe

On the show

learning to swim

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The one thing you should not do if someone is drowning

Health

Lacey Grace's daughter Elianna became sick days after inhaling water. Grace is sharing their story to help other moms become aware of secondary drowning risks.

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How to spot and prevent dry and secondary drowning this summer

Tips

learning to swim

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The one thing you should not do if someone is drowning

Health

If you press a little dimple into the center of each patty, that will keep the burgers from puffing up in the center, so you have a flatter surface for all your favorite toppings.

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Diet & Fitness

Chefs share their favorite burger recipes for summer

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A Better Way

How to choose the best sunscreen, according to these dermatologists

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Water games and pool toys to say cool this summer

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Money

The best way to keep your house cool and your utility bills low

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