Getting hot is hot. Have you heard that Finland’s plentiful saunas are what makes it the happiest nation on earth? Proponents claim that hot water soaks can do everything from soothe aches and pains, ...

Two people deadheading various flowers in a garden - Annie Otzen/Getty Images You've probably heard that you should think twice before pruning your garden in the summer heat. This is good advice, as ...

If you are one of the people who say it’s summer so I can turn off my sprinklers, this column is for you. In spite of the fact that we are still in the rainy season, signs of water stress can appear ...

As the temperatures rise, more people are getting out and enjoying the summer days, but that also means the risk of heat-related illnesses. Heat-related illnesses can cause serious harm, so prevention ...