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	Aging Health information especially for seniors. How giving back helps both you and others Volunteers make a difference in their own lives too. Growing older, staying intimate Love can get even better with time. A recipe for a healthy heart (video) A plant-heavy diet is one of your best defenses against heart disease. Why you should care about your cholesterol Three reasons to know your levels. A guide to cardiac rehabilitation Growing stronger, adopting a healthy diet, making lifestyle changes and learning about heart disease are important goals of cardiac rehabilitation programs. Allergies and Asthma Information on sneezing, wheezing and other breathing problems. Asthma quiz Think you know the basics of asthma? Put your knowledge to the test with this quiz. Signs of lung disease You should pay attention to any of these warning signs of lung disease. Mind the mold if you have asthma (video) Cleaning the damp areas of your home can help keep mold under control. Infants and food allergies Learn the usual signs and what you can do. Coping with airborne allergens Reduce your exposure to pollen, mold, dust and pet dander. Arthritis Information on arthritis and other conditions that affect the joints. Walk away arthritis pain Use this step-by-step walking guide to feel good again. Rheumatoid arthritis and your heart Research has linked rheumatoid arthritis to heart problems. Living with rheumatoid arthritis Six things you can do to help control the disease. Arthritis: Simplify your life Choosing to simplify your life by setting priorities and changing your lifestyle can help you better manage arthritis. How to prevent low back pain Back pain tends to occur more often in people who aren't physically fit. Cancer Information about cancer types, treatments and prevention strategies. Permanent hair dye, straighteners: Worth the risk? Some hair treatments raise breast cancer risk by up to 60%. 5 important facts about cervical cancer More than 70% of cases are caused by HPV. Cancer: The facts about follow-up care Follow-up care is important after cancer treatment. Cancer quiz Is old age a barrier to cancer treatment? Get the answer to that question and more by taking this quiz. Oral, head and neck cancer: How much do you know? A common type of cancer is tied to a (sadly) common activity. Find out what that activity is, and how much it can cost you. Children and Parenting Tips for keeping kids healthy. Kids and emergencies: When to call 911 Plus, steps you can take to be prepared to help. Help teens cope with stress How to spot the signs. Plus, tips for taming the tension. Turn your picky eater into a fruit and veggie fan Try 9 tips to teach kids to enjoy more produce. Should I put my overweight child on a diet? Hold off until you weigh the options with a doctor. Working parents: Stay on top of stress Managing your stress can help you juggle career and family. Diabetes Helpful tips for people with diabetes. 7 ways to ease diabetes-related stress Taming tension can help keep your blood sugar down and your mood up. Diabetes: Taking charge of eye disease Diabetes is a leading cause of blindness in American adults. Diabetes: Keep an eye out for high blood pressure As many as 2 out of 3 adults with diabetes also have high blood pressure. Portion control is key to diabetes-friendly treats (video) A diabetes diagnosis doesn't mean swearing off sweets forever. Diabetes can affect sexual health A variety of treatments can help restore sexual health in both men and women with diabetes. Heart Health Information on heart attack, stroke and other cardiovascular conditions. 4 simple ways to lower your blood pressure Learn how to reduce your risk of stroke, heart attack and other big health threats. Diagnosing heart disease A look at some of the tests doctors use to detect and diagnose heart trouble. Women and heart attacks quiz Should women worry about heart attacks? Take this quiz to find out. Make a heart attack action plan It could be a lifesaving move. Coming back from a heart attack Tips for recovering well and avoiding another heart attack. Men's Health Health information especially for men. What are kidney stones? Learn how they form and how you can prevent them. Get rid of pain medicine you don't need Properly disposing of unused pain medicines reduces the risk that they'll be misused by someone who finds them. Male infertility There are a number of reasons why a man may have problems with fertility. Fortunately, treatment can often help. Eating disorders aren't just for women Anorexia, bulimia and binge eating disorder can affect males as well as females. How to interpret health news Do you know the difference between observational studies and clinical trials? Nutrition and Fitness Tips for eating right, staying active and maintaining a healthy weight. Plants as medicine: 6 facts to know before you buy Take a safety-first approach to plant-based medicines. Wake up your wearable's potential Put your fitness tech to work with these fun challenges. How to break up with highly processed foods The less a food is processed, the better. Turn winter squash seeds into a healthy snack Plus, three seasoning combos you'll love. What to know about carb-loading Learn who should be carb-loading and who should not. Women's Health Health information especially for women. Permanent hair dye, straighteners: Worth the risk? Some hair treatments raise breast cancer risk by up to 60%. 5 important facts about cervical cancer More than 70% of cases are caused by HPV. Women: Protect yourself from heart disease Make a plan to help reduce your risk. Staying heart-healthy in menopause Risks to your heart health tend to crop up after menopause. 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