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Aging
Health information especially for seniors.
Aging myths slideshow
Discover what’s true—and what’s not—about life after 60.
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Government encourages older adults to exercise
The Go4Life campaign, led by the National Institute on Aging, aims to inspire America’s 50-and-older set to walk, cycle, swim, stretch and move their bodies in many other ways in order to reap the benefits of physical activity.
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Causes and risk factors for Alzheimer’s disease
Researchers are still trying to find out what causes Alzheimer's disease, but they have some leads.
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Finding the right nursing home for your loved one
Doing some homework ahead of time can help you make the right choice.
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Seniors: Any age is a good age to quit smoking
Why quitting makes sense for seniors.
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Allergies and Asthma
Information on sneezing, wheezing and other breathing problems.
Cigarettes: No. 1 enemy of lungs
Smoking is the direct cause of several diseases.
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Don’t let allergies, asthma ruin your winter holidays
Indoor allergies are a problem for millions of Americans every winter.
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Asthma triggers
Find out what can cause an asthma attack.
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How the lungs work
A person at rest breathes about 12 to 15 times per minute.
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What is allergic contact dermatitis?
When you're allergic to things you touch.
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Arthritis
Information on arthritis and other conditions that affect the joints.
Exercising when you have arthritis
Staying active can reduce arthritis pain and strengthen joints and muscles.
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Report identifies best medicines for treating juvenile arthritis
Disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drugs may be more effective than other medicines for children with arthritis, according to a report from the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality.
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Poor footwear may worsen gout pain
A small study suggests that many people with gout aggravate the condition by wearing the wrong type of shoes or shoes that are worn-out.
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Finding the right job when you have arthritis
Take the time to find a job that fits your needs and abilities.
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What is rheumatology?
The branch of medicine that addresses diseases of the joints, muscles, bones and connective tissues.
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Cancer
Information about cancer types, treatments and prevention strategies.
There's no safe way to smoke
Light cigarettes, social smoking will also harm your health.
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Lung cancer: Causes and symptoms
To reduce your chances of developing lung cancer, avoid every risk factor you can.
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Lung cancer in nonsmokers
Even people who don't smoke can develop lung cancer.
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Experts propose less frequent cervical cancer screening
In independent, but coordinated, draft screening guidelines, three U.S. cancer groups and the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force have recommended that women have fewer lifetime screenings for cervical cancer.
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Prostate cancer test's risks outweigh benefits, task force says
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) said PSA screening does little or nothing to reduce prostate cancer deaths and may, in fact, lead to biopsy-related problems such as serious infections, unnecessary treatments and side effects related to those treatments.
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Children and Parenting
Tips for keeping kids healthy.
Helping kids cope with stress
Nine things parents can do.
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Safe sleeping guidelines for infants expanded
The American Academy of Pediatrics has issued expanded safe sleep guidelines designed to reduce the risk of all sleep-related infant deaths, including SIDS.
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Lack of sleep linked to risky behavior in high schoolers
Researchers said the study shows the importance of recognizing the dangers of insufficient sleep.
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How much sleep do children need?
Check out some general guidelines.
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Talk to your kids about smoking
You can help your children stay smoke-free.
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Diabetes
Helpful tips for people with diabetes.
Diabetes management: Plan ahead for healthy holidays
Having diabetes doesn't mean you have to miss out on holiday treats.
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FDA clears new diabetes-cholesterol combo drug
People who need medicines to control both type 2 diabetes and high cholesterol may now be able to take them in a single tablet.
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Eating right when you have diabetes
Getting started on a healthy eating plan is especially important after you've been diagnosed with diabetes.
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Diabetes and air travel
Review the guidelines before taking diabetes supplies on an airplane.
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Hypoglycemia: A sugar issue
Low blood sugar can be a hazard for people who have diabetes.
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Health News
Recent research findings and health updates.
Family members of weight-loss surgery patients lose weight too
When a person has weight-loss surgery, his or her family members may improve their lifestyle habits and lose weight as well, a study suggests.
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Experts propose less frequent cervical cancer screening
In independent, but coordinated, draft screening guidelines, three U.S. cancer groups and the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force have recommended that women have fewer lifetime screenings for cervical cancer.
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Safe sleeping guidelines for infants expanded
The American Academy of Pediatrics has issued expanded safe sleep guidelines designed to reduce the risk of all sleep-related infant deaths, including SIDS.
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Prostate cancer test's risks outweigh benefits, task force says
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) said PSA screening does little or nothing to reduce prostate cancer deaths and may, in fact, lead to biopsy-related problems such as serious infections, unnecessary treatments and side effects related to those treatments.
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Growing number of oral cancers linked to HPV, study finds
“These increases may reflect increases in sexual behavior, including increases in oral sex,” said Maura Gillison, MD, the senior author of a study that looked at the number of oropharyngeal cancers caused by  HPV.
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Heart Health
Information on heart attack, stroke and other cardiovascular conditions.
Cigarette smoking and heart attack
There are several ways cigarette smoking can damage your heart.
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Cardiac rehab may help after a warning stroke
People who have a warning stroke or a mild stroke can improve their cardiac risk factors and protect their health by participating in a cardiac rehabilitation program, a study shows.
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Transient ischemic attack: A stroke warning you should heed
Taking action when a warning stroke happens can help prevent a later stroke.
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A dangerous duo: Diabetes and heart disease
Learn how to reduce your risk of heart attack and stroke when you have diabetes.
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Heart-healthy holiday eating
With a little planning, you can make the holiday season a delicious and healthy time.
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Men's Health
Health information especially for men.
Prostate cancer: Lowering your risk
Research suggests that healthy habits may potentially decrease a man’s chances of getting prostate cancer or dying from the disease.
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Prostate cancer test's risks outweigh benefits, task force says
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) said PSA screening does little or nothing to reduce prostate cancer deaths and may, in fact, lead to biopsy-related problems such as serious infections, unnecessary treatments and side effects related to those treatments.
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Vigorous exercise cuts men's heart attack risk
A study conducted in men found that three weekly hours of vigorous activity—the type that significantly raises heart and breathing rates—cut heart attack risk by 22 percent.
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Herbal remedy fails to ease men's urinary symptoms, study shows
Even high doses of saw palmetto aren't better than a placebo at treating symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia, according to a study.
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How quitting smoking helps your health
As soon as you stop smoking, your body starts healing.
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Nutrition and Fitness
Tips for eating right, staying active and maintaining a healthy weight.
Food safety for the holidays
Make proper food handling a holiday tradition.
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Pregnancy: Overall healthy diet helps lower birth defect risk
“Our study showed for the first time that the overall quality of the diet—and not just a single nutrient—matters in terms of reducing the risk of birth defects,” said study author Suzan Carmichael, PhD.
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Room for snacks?
Snacks can be part of a healthy diet.
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Eating right when you have diabetes
Getting started on a healthy eating plan is especially important after you've been diagnosed with diabetes.
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Exercising when you have diabetes
Exercise can be good for people with diabetes, but it’s important to put safety first.
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Women's Health
Health information especially for women.
Working mothers and stress
Tips to help you unwind.
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Experts propose less frequent cervical cancer screening
In independent, but coordinated, draft screening guidelines, three U.S. cancer groups and the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force have recommended that women have fewer lifetime screenings for cervical cancer.
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Restless legs syndrome may raise women's blood pressure
Middle-age women who have a condition called restless legs syndrome (RLS) also have a higher risk of high blood pressure, a study reveals.
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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.
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Maintaining a healthy weight after you quit smoking
If you watch what you eat and stay active, you can keep your weight in check after you quit smoking.
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