Your doctor wants to hear about memory loss A new study suggests that older adults often stay silent about memory loss, even when talking to doctors. Learn why they shouldn't.
More Americans are living to 100 More than 72,000 Americans are age 100 or older. A new report outlines who's living longer and what diseases pose a danger to centenarians.
Check your risk for colorectal cancer Some risk factors for colorectal cancer you can change; others you can't. But even for risk factors you can't modify, just being aware of them may help you and your doctor decide when and how often you should be screened for the disease.
Treating colorectal cancer The best treatment for you depends on a variety of factors, including how far the cancer has spread.
New parents should know these top poisoning risks Every year, a shocking number of babies 6 months and younger are exposed to accidental poisoning. A new study finds a pattern in what's causing it.
Understanding atherosclerosis It's important to learn about the risk factors for this artery-clogging disease and to take action now to protect your health.
Quiz: Kidney stone prevention Are you making the right choices to help protect yourself from kidney stones? Find out with this quiz.
Nutrition and Fitness Tips for eating right, staying active and maintaining a healthy weight.
How to stop mindless eating Almost all of us unknowingly overeat—and usually not out of hunger or even because what we're eating tastes particularly good.