Planning a celebration for an upcoming holiday, a birthday party or a baby shower? Please your guests and the planet by taking part in the latest party planning trend -- eco-friendly parties and events.

School-age children would rather do chores, take a test or do homework than have to stay at home sick, according to the recent MedImmune Parent-Child Influenza Survey conducted by Harris Interactive. Parents can help kids avoid missing school because of the sniffles, aches and pains associated with the flu by making sure they get a flu vaccination every year.

For most Americans, Thanksgiving without turkey is like the Fourth of July without fireworks. That's why it's important not to deprive yourself during holiday meals. The holidays are full of temptations and an occasional treat is fine as long as you make sure to keep short- and long-term health goals in mind.

Whether it is out-of-town house guests, battling shoppers, airline delays or feeling the pinch around the waistline, sometimes holiday-related stress can take the joy out of the season. This year, make a point to take control of your stress by maintaining good health habits to kick start a better lifestyle as you enter the New Year.

"Experience is one thing you can't get for nothing," Irish playwright Oscar Wilde once said. But Wilde, for all his wit, probably never envisioned the modern practice of giving an experience as a holiday gift. Here are some things to keep in mind and some tips for choosing an experience gift.

It's December, and you've crossed the holiday cards off of your list, the house is decorated and you've frosted the last cookie. The only thing left to do is find a holiday gift that the entire family can enjoy together.

While it's still comfortable outside is a great time to winterize your home or business, especially since the U.S. Department of Energy is once again forecasting a huge hike in residential heating bills.