Des Moines, Iowa (NAPSI) - There are ways to reduce the risk of breast cancer and take charge of your health. According to the American Cancer Society, research has shown that a poor diet and inactivity are key factors in increasing cancer risk.

Tempe, Arizona (NAPSI) - This Halloween, the Tooth Fairy will have unlikely allies: a horde of humorous, family-friendly undead creatures dedicated to eradicating the dreaded “zombie mouth” syndrome.

Kansas City, Missouri (NAPSI) - “It’s just a lightning bolt.” “It’s just a busy intersection.” These aren’t phrases you would hear from parents. But what about “It’s just the flu”?

Tempe, Arizona (NAPSI) - The convenience of microwave cooking can also present a few challenges such as making sure that food prepared in a microwave is cooked to its safe temperature.

Tempe, Arizona (NAPSI) - When it comes to eye allergies, the most effective way to minimize and relieve symptoms may be a three-step approach. Those steps include:

Houston, Texas (NAPSI) - Late summer and early fall are when West Nile−infected mosquitoes are most active, and they will surely add to the more than 2,000 cases and increasing number of deaths already reported. There is one simple step you can take to greatly reduce your risk of contracting this often-fatal disease: Eliminate all standing water on your property.

Los Angeles, California (NAPSI) - Actor Chris O’Donnell, star of “NCIS: Los Angeles,” knows the single most important thing adults can do to help prevent getting or spreading the flu is to receive their annual flu vaccination. However, Chris admits getting a flu shot can sometimes make him a little anxious. He may not be the only one.