Franciscan Children's - Liz and Gisele's Adoption story

If you unintentionally drink too much this holiday season, here are some hangover helpers

The best way to cure a hangover is to avoid it entirely. But if you did have one too many during your big night out, here’s some expert advice that might help you feel better sooner. 3:09 p.m.

How do I pick the right backpack for my kid?

Pediatric orthopedic experts told the Globe a too-heavy backpack can in fact cause children some back discomfort, but there are things families can do to avoid that situation. 8:16 a.m.

Feel bad about getting old? You may be hurting yourself.

Media and the culture foster negative attitudes about the elderly, but some studies suggest a positive attitude may bring benefits. 3:28 p.m.

Places to find peace and quiet all over the region

In winter we spend more time cooped up inside with a constant cacophony, and recent studies suggest that a steady diet of noise can increase blood pressure, stress, and sleep disorders. 4:41 p.m.

‘Flu is everywhere in the US right now.’ And it could get worse

The influenza virus that’s sickened millions of Americans is already the most widespread outbreak in at least a dozen years. 11:36 a.m.

Trying to be polite, a British man held in a sneeze. It tore through his throat

The 34-year-old ended up in the hospital on a feeding tube. 9:13 a.m.