There’s nothing like the first few months in your new home. There’s a thrill in choosing just-the-right paint colors, finding stylish furniture for your space, and creating the home that you always dreamed would be yours. But after the paint dries and you’ve settled in, there’s more to homeownership than just paying the mortgage. It’s time to think about home maintenance. Your home is likely your largest financial asset, so maintaining its structural integrity should be a priority. While home...

Key Takeaways Coffee consumption was linked to slower facial aging in a new study. Roasted coffee contains high levels of polyphenols, which can fight oxidative stress and inflammation. Lighter roasts may be more beneficial than dark roasts for skin health because they preserve more polyphenols. Drinking coffee may slow signs of facial aging, a new study shows. Published in the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, the study compared four beverages consumed by more than 16,000 Europeans: coffee,...

Key Takeaways Dengue fever is a mosquito-borne virus that causes high fever and muscle and joint pain. The virus is common in tropical climates and is only transmitted by mosquitos. However, dengue fever cases have doubled in the last year globally, and are on the rise in the continental United States. You can protect yourself from dengue by wearing long sleeves and pants, using mosquito repellent, and staying indoors at dawn and dusk. If you recently posted photos of your toes on a sandy...