While some people find thunder soothing and relaxing, like the sound of rainfall, others find the experience frightening. That’s because sleeping during thunder and lightning carries risk. Thunderstorms cause changes […]

Up to 21 million homes in North America have mice infestations. Mice often dwell in kitchens to access food, but bedrooms can provide a warm, quiet place to hide and […]

We should all wait at least 2-3 days before sleeping in a room with a new carpet. Pregnant women, the elderly, and immunocompromised people should wait longer. Wait 7 days […]

Always remove your shirt at bedtime if you forget to apply suntan lotion and find your skin burned by the sun. The more night clothes worn, the more painful and […]

Sleeping with the bedroom door closed affords privacy and security when we’re most vulnerable. An open bedroom door means you’re exposed to household noise. This can be a problem if […]

The use of cotton buds in the ears, especially Q-Tips, is a source of significant debate. According to the British Journal of General Practice, otolaryngologists often advise against it. Despite […]