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Aging
Health information especially for seniors.
Aging independently
Make choices now to help ensure a better future.
Incontinence: Signs it's time to speak up
You don't have to live with leaks.
Exercising as you age
Staying active is one of the best ways to enjoy a longer and healthier life.
Is a flu shot right for you?
Learn who's at high risk for severe flu.
Cholesterol: Learn about your levels
Learn how your doctor uses your cholesterol levels to assess your heart health.
Allergies and Asthma
Information on sneezing, wheezing and other breathing problems.
Help your child cope with asthma
Having a chronic disease can be challenging for a child.
Count asthma absent
Tips for helping kids avoid asthma problems in the classroom.
Asthma support organizations
Know where to go for information and resources.
Wildfire smoke may raise the risk of COVID-19
Learn how to avoid the smoke and protect your health.
Control pollution from home heating and cooling systems
How to keep your indoor air clean.
Arthritis
Information on arthritis and other conditions that affect the joints.
How to support a loved one with arthritis
Open, honest communication can strengthen your bond.
The downside of delaying arthritis treatment
Why wait? Take the first step to feeling better today.
Talking with your doctor about arthritis pain
Describing arthritis pain to your doctor is an important part of your care.
When the diagnosis is osteoarthritis
Get the facts about this common, manageable joint condition.
Over-the-counter pain medicines: Use them safely
Over-the-counter pain medicines are generally safe, but it's important to use them as directed.
Cancer
Information about cancer types, treatments and prevention strategies.
What to know if you have a family history of prostate cancer
Talk to your doctor about the pros and cons of screening.
Check your risk for prostate cancer
Several factors can increase your risk of prostate cancer.
Prostate cancer treatment: Know your options
You might not need treatment right away.
Cancer pain: Listen to your body, talk to your doctor
Living with cancer doesn't have to mean living with pain.
Who needs a COVID-19 booster shot?
Find out when you might get a third vaccine dose.
Children and Parenting
Tips for keeping kids healthy.
Vacation rentals: 5 hazards parents should watch for
Before you go, find out how to make sure your rental home is safe as houses.
Backpack basics
Don't let your backpack weigh you down.
Childhood cancer: Coping with a diagnosis
Tips to help parents and kids cope with cancer.
Concussions in kids: What to watch for
Some signs and symptoms may show up hours or days later.
Kids Talk: Nutrition
Learn why you should start good eating habits young.
Diabetes
Helpful tips for preventing or living with diabetes.
Why diabetes is different for women
Being a woman raises the risk for some complications.
Triple threat: Diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol
What to do when diabetes and heart conditions collide.
Tired, achy legs might signal peripheral artery disease
This common disorder can be serious, but it's often overlooked.
How much sugar is in that drink?
All sweet drinks are not created equal. Some have only a little sugar, while some have way more than you might think.
Monitoring diabetes at home
Do you know your blood sugar level?
Heart Health
Information about heart attack, stroke and other cardiovascular conditions.
How to lower your blood pressure
Try this 4-step plan.
Where's the salt? Hidden sources of sodium
These six common foods are often high in sodium.
4 things to know about cholesterol tests
This blood test gives you a vital heads-up on your heart disease risk.
Cholesterol management quiz
Test your knowledge.
Facts on statins
Statins are the first drugs in the cholesterol-lowering lineup.
Men's Health
Health information especially for men.
COVID-19: Why natural immunity is not enough
Vaccines give your immunity a big boost.
Inside CDC's mask guidance for vaccinated adults
Here's a quick look at the facts.
Doing damage: Alcohol and your liver
Heavy alcohol use is a major cause of serious, long-term liver disease in the United States.
Prostate cancer: When is a biopsy necessary?
If a doctor suspects prostate cancer, you may need a biopsy.
When a headache may mean something serious
Some types of headaches should send you to the doctor.
Nutrition and Fitness
Tips for eating right, staying active and maintaining a healthy weight.
Exercising with arthritis
From the warm-up to the cooldown, we’ve got 8 tips for exercising safely.
Get the facts about low-carb diets
Low-carb diets are a popular trend. But are they healthy?
Try these bone-building exercises
Keep your bones strong and fight osteoporosis with these moves.
Choosing a healthful cooking oil
Learn the best cooking oils to use, and get tips for smart substitutions.
How to disinfect kitchen surfaces and utensils
Keep kitchen surfaces and utensils free from infections.
Women's Health
Health information especially for women.
Diet do's and don'ts for PMS
What to add and subtract from your diet to find relief.
COVID-19 vaccines: Finding your reason why
5 things to consider if you're on the fence.
What is Guillain-Barré syndrome?
This muscle-weakening disorder is rare but treatable.
COVID-19 shots: Safe during all stages of pregnancy
Learn the latest about vaccine safety for pregnant women.
How to prevent low-back pain
Back pain tends to occur more often in people who aren't physically fit.
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