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Aging
Health information especially for seniors.
Doing damage: Alcohol and your liver
Heavy alcohol use is a major cause of serious, long-term liver disease in the United States.
Enhanced flu shots work better for seniors
These shots may provide a better immune response.
Risk factors for stroke and how to control them
Help protect yourself from stroke.
Coming soon: OTC hearing aids
But they're not for everyone with hearing loss.
Isolation, loneliness linked to worse heart and brain health
Why you should consider boosting your social ties.
Allergies and Asthma
Information on sneezing, wheezing and other breathing problems.
What to do if your child has an asthma attack
The right treatment given at the right time can head off serious episodes.
Got asthma? Get a flu shot
Doctors recommend the shot every fall for people with asthma.
Indoor pollutants and your health
Many substances can pollute your indoor air.
When asthma acts up
During an asthma flare-up, changes inside your lungs bring on breathing troubles.
Sinus trouble can be a real headache
Differentiating sinus pain from other types of headaches isn’t always easy.
Arthritis
Information on arthritis and other conditions that affect the joints.
Test your knowledge of hip pain
Signs it may be arthritis.
Arthritis and the flu
Protecting yourself from the flu should be a priority if you have a condition such as rheumatoid arthritis or lupus.
What you need to know about arthritis and falls
Learn about the connection and get tips on prevention.
Coping with hip pain without surgery
From medication to exercise, what helps?
Exercise and arthritis can (and do) go together
See some exercise options that are easy on your joints.
Cancer
Information about cancer types, treatments and prevention strategies.
The emotional side of breast cancer
It's important to find positive ways to deal with your feelings about breast cancer.
Breast cancer: What to do if you find a lump
Most breast lumps are not cancerous.
Steps to a successful mammogram
Regular screenings help find breast cancer early, when it's often easier to treat.
Understanding chemotherapy
Chemotherapy, which uses drugs to destroy cancer cells, may be used alone or with other treatments for cancer.
Watch for warning signs of cancer
Knowing what to look for may be an important first step in defeating the disease.
Children and Parenting
Tips for keeping kids healthy.
How to pack an A+ school lunch
Make meal planning a joint effort.
Helping kids avoid the flu
What parents can do.
New moms: Take time for self-care
Be good to yourself and your baby.
The not-so-nice world of head lice
Head lice affect millions of school-aged children each year.
How to prep your family for winter colds and the flu
Take action before cold and flu germs get here.
Diabetes
Helpful tips for preventing or living with diabetes.
Diabetes: Take a stand for better blood sugar control
Try not to sit in one place for longer than 30 minutes.
Type 2 diabetes: An introduction
Healthy habits can help you prevent this disease and its complications.
Keep kidney disease in check
Early detection and treatment of kidney trouble can help prevent or delay chronic kidney disease.
Understanding gastroparesis
A disruption in the digestive process that is often caused by diabetes.
What is peripheral neuropathy?
This common problem is caused by damaged nerves, usually in the hands and feet.
Heart Health
Information about heart attack, stroke and other cardiovascular conditions.
Calculate your target heart rate
Using your target heart rate can help you exercise hard enough to improve your fitness level but not so hard that it's dangerous.
7 ways to control your cholesterol
These seven habits help put heart health on the menu.
Triple threat: Diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol
What to do when diabetes and heart conditions collide.
What is an arrhythmia?
A malfunction of your heart's electrical system may cause it to beat too quickly, too slowly or erratically.
The pacemaker procedure
Learn what to expect from surgery to implant a pacemaker.
Men's Health
Health information especially for men.
Men: Recognize symptoms of depression
Depression can strike any man at any age.
Is social media hurting your mental health?
Try these tips for striking a healthier balance.
4 myths about lightning
Learning the facts about lightning can help you protect yourself and others.
Breast cancer in men
Breast cancer isn't common among men, but it can happen.
Sleep apnea: What you need to know
This serious—but treatable—sleep disorder affects an estimated 30 million American adults.
Nutrition and Fitness
Tips for eating right, staying active and maintaining a healthy weight.
Prevent school sports injuries
Tips for parents and coaches.
Snack smart for better workouts and exercise
Perform your best with the right foods and hydration.
Celebrate fall apples
Eat this snack to increase your daily fiber.
Strength training quiz
When it comes to strength training, can you tell the myths from the facts?
5 tips for fitting produce into your grocery budget
How to harvest affordable fruits and veggies.
Women's Health
Health information especially for women.
COVID-19 home tests: Test again after negative results
Here’s when to take your second test.
Make the most of your mammogram
Try these suggestions for a better test.
Understanding celiac disease: Learn these 5 facts
There's a reason to see your doctor before quitting gluten.
Caring for yourself after breast cancer
Discover advice and resources to help you get through this time.
New COVID-19 boosters target variants
Here’s why these shots are important.
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