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A reader writes: "I think the "be happy alone" advice (for singles) is full of hooey and usually impossible due to the reality of human sexuality. I'd love to hear your thoughts on this since you often advise the "be happy alone" approach to single people."

Are there ways to protect children from getting antibiotic-resistant staph infections? Here are some suggestions.

Natural Medicine: Should you see a dietitian?

Reality Check: Despite its reputation, mayonnaise can reduce food spoilage. Here is the explanation.

Two years ago, Lt. Col. Jay Kopelman wrote "From Baghdad With Love," the story of how he fell in love with a puppy while serving with the Marines in Iraq. "From Baghdad to America: Life Lessons From a Dog Named Lava" brings us up to date on Kopelman's life with Lava and his new family in America.

Living Well: With the hiking season now under way, don't forget to count any hikes you take as part of your fitness program. Here are some tips for preparation and getting the most out of a hike.

Pearl Jam drummer Matt Cameron has a new, all-instrumental jazz trio, Harrybu McCage, featuring keyboardist and guitarist Ryan Burns and bassist Geoff Harper (who has worked with Herbie Hancock and Bill Frisell). The trio's new self-titled album -- on Pearl Jam's Monkey Wrench label -- arrives in independent music stores Tuesday but also can be purchased through Ten Club at pearljam.com.

As Seattle population density grows higher and the city pours more concrete, the Pomegranate Center has quietly been building great artistic spaces that make communities more beautiful and humane.

CHICAGO -- For the first time, an influential doctors group is recommending that some children as young as 8 be given cholesterol-fighting drugs to ward off future heart problems.