GREENSBORO, N.C. — With dry winter air plus cold and flu season in full swing, a humidifier can be essential to better skin, sleep, and overall health. When you turn on the heat in your house, it ...

There are multiple ways to describe how wet the air is (yes, pretty much all air is wet). What I mean by that is there are water molecules tucked in between the gases like nitrogen and oxygen that ...

Basements have a reputation for being cool, damp spaces—perfect for storing holiday decorations but not so great for a comfortable, healthy environment. Whether you’re aiming to convert an unfinished ...

ORLANDO, Fla. – A rare summer cold front is heading to Central Florida. While we don’t usually expect cool temperatures in summer, this front is strong enough to lower the humidity, making the heat ...

For many, achieving and maintaining volume is one of the biggest haircare dilemmas. Those with fine textures often wonder how to make their strands appear thicker, while people with longer, thicker ...

This is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated. ST. LOUIS — On a hot summer day we often ...

Paris Alston: This is GBH’s Morning Edition. We are in another heat wave and while hot temperatures are expected in the summer, the humidity can make it feel like it’s dragging. But what is it about ...

Garden columnist Dan Gill answers readers' questions each week. To send a question, email Gill at dgill@agcenter.lsu.edu. I am trying to get advice on the best lavender to grow in our humid New ...

Extreme heat forecast for the next few days has prompted warnings form health experts. Here's how to stay safe.

During active growth, feed your gardenias with a fertilizer that's designed for acid-loving plants. “Consistent, light ...

Of all the heat-related humiliation rituals that DC residents are forced to contend with every summer, the humidity’s assault on our city’s collective hair game is especially vicious. The uninitiated ...