By Family Features | Contributor More than 4.2 million Americans live with glaucoma, a leading cause of vision loss in the nation. Although there is no cure for glaucoma, early detection and treatment can stop this condition in its tracks. “Glaucoma is a leading cause of vision loss and blindness…
by Paige Jackson | GLF Staff Writer The DART team in Dallas, TX has launched their 2025 Student Art Contest. Now in its 28th year, this beloved tradition invites North Texas students from kindergarten through 12th grade to submit original artwork for the chance to win amazing prizes and potentially see…
By Tanni Haas, Ph.D. | Good Life Family Contributor January is a great time to focus on Mind-Body Wellness and to consider what you can do to improve your overall well-being and ability to cope with various stressors. One option is to let yourself be inspired by some of the…
Take steps to limit risk for cardiovascular disease By Family Features | Contributor The last decade has seen a surge in cardiovascular risk factors such as uncontrolled high blood pressure, diabetes and obesity, each of which raises the risks of developing heart disease and stroke. These trends are leading researchers…
By Cheryl Maguire “Does this spark joy?” I asked myself. Cradling an apple spice candle in my hand, I sniffed the top of it. The scent is gone probably from sitting in the attic for 15 years, I thought. It definitely isn’t sparking any joy. I tossed it in the overflowing…
Tanni Haas, Ph.D. The start of the new year is a great time for prioritizing family bonding and renewal. One way to do that is for parents and kids to agree to a set of mutually-rewarding pledges, which I propose calling “Family New Year’s Resolutions.” Here are some ideas to…
By Family Features | Contributor When the clock strikes midnight and the year turns over, celebration is sure to ensue, but it’s the moments leading up to the ball drop that can make the evening truly special. Make your New Year’s Eve celebration unforgettable with these countdown party ideas. Give…
By Tanni Haas, Ph.D. The start of the new year is a traditional time for making important pledges to ourselves and loved ones. Whether the goal is to focus more on your health or to spend more quality-time with family and friends, the reality is that it can be hard…
Coors Light and DART will once again help North Texas residents get home safely on New Year’s Eve. Check out the details and the entire Holiday Schedule: By Paige Jackson for GoodLifeFamilyMag.com Free transportation will be offered the night of New Year’s Eve on DART buses, light rail, Paratransit Services…