Trampoline trouble

Summer sun brings out backyard fun. But when you set up your trampoline or fill your pool, you could also be setting yourself up for an expensive injury or lawsuit. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission estimates there were over 104,000 injuries last year due to trampolines, which are famous for leading to head and neck injuries – even when they’re used properly. » read on…

You could add years to your life

We all know that eating well and exercising regularly will add years to our lives. Stress will reduce lifespan gains we could have made. Family health history also affects our longevity. But by how much?

Before I commit to a summer exercise regimen, I’d like to know exactly what it’s worth to me. » read on…

Look Ma, no butts!

An e-cigarette “starter kit” from E Smoke

When I first heard of “e-cigarettes” I assumed it was a Web site where you click on a picture of a cigarette and watch a puff of smoke come out. But e-cigarettes are very tangible and are marketed to solve the problems of the typical cigarette smoker – such as complaints from one’s family about the smell of smoke. » read on…

The case for “pay as you drive”

My colleague has a case against “pay as you drive” insurance. She doesn’t like the idea of someone “watching” her as she drives. She likes her privacy. » read on…