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Aging Health information especially for seniors. Living with osteoporosis You can live an active, full life with this condition. Read more People often don't mention alternative therapy use to their doctors, survey finds People over 50 often try herbs, supplements, massage, acupuncture and other complementary and alternative therapies—but they don’t always tell their doctors they are doing so, according to a survey. Read more Obese seniors benefit most when they combine diet and exercise A low-calorie diet combined with regular exercise does a better job of improving physical function and reducing frailty in obese seniors than either strategy alone, according to a study. Read more Older, wiser, sleepier? Tips for getting the rest you need. Read more Risk factors for stroke and how to control them What you can do to help protect yourself from stroke. Read more Allergies and Asthma Information on sneezing, wheezing and other breathing problems. Food allergy or intolerance: What’s the difference? Food intolerance is sometimes mistaken for an allergy, but it's not as serious. Read more Keep allergies away on your wedding day What to do when your wedding date coincides with allergy season. Read more Coping with dust mite allergies It's impossible to completely get rid of dust mites, but you can take steps to help limit your contact with them. Read more Hay fever: A sneeze on the breeze Spring is here. Has your nose sprung a leak? Read more Understanding sinusitis There are many options for dealing with sinus infections. Read more Arthritis Information on arthritis and other conditions that affect the joints. Weight loss can improve knee arthritis With each pound you put on, your knees absorb about four extra pounds of pressure. Read more Arthritis: Simplify your life Choosing to simplify your life by setting priorities and changing your lifestyle can help you better manage arthritis. Read more The emotional side of arthritis Take steps to cope with the emotional effects of arthritis. Read more Arthritis: Getting a good night's rest Quality sleep is especially important if you have arthritis. Read more Arthritis 101 Questions and answers about arthritis. Read more Cancer Information about cancer types, treatments and prevention strategies. Recovering after cancer treatment Tips to help you heal. Read more Following cancer prevention guidelines reduces heart disease risk too People who closely follow lifestyle recommendations for preventing cancer have a reduced risk for death from heart disease as well, according to a study. Read more Cancer rates continue to decline Overall cancer incidence and death rates declined between 2003 and 2007, according to the latest Annual Report to the Nation on the Status of Cancer. Read more Skin shouldn't soak up too much sun Tips for avoiding melanoma and other types of skin cancer. Read more Check your skin for signs of cancer Skin self-exams are one of the keys to finding skin cancer early, when simple treatment is most likely to be effective. Read more Children and Parenting Tips for keeping kids healthy. Protect kids from sunburn Sunburns during childhood are linked to skin cancer in adulthood. Read more Young parents often let healthy habits slip, study suggests Both moms and dads get less exercise than their counterparts who aren't parents, while moms also tend to eat worse and weigh more than women who don't have kids. Read more Open windows can be a hazard for kids, experts warn About 3,300 children age 5 years and younger end up in the emergency room each year because of falls from windows, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Read more Parenting: When bedtime is a bad time How to help your kids (and you) get a good night's sleep. Read more Help your teen get a good night’s sleep To function well during the day, teens typically need 9.25 hours of sleep at night—a basic requirement that few meet. Read more Diabetes Helpful tips for people with diabetes. Diabetes: Keep an eye out for high blood pressure As many as two out of three adults with diabetes also have high blood pressure. Read more Researchers examine how some people with type 1 diabetes avoid complications for decades Some people who have type 1 diabetes seem to be protected from severe complications, even after living with the disease for more than half a century, new research suggests. Read more What is Charcot's foot? A condition often linked to nerve damage caused by diabetes. Read more Understanding gastroparesis A disruption in the digestive process that is often caused by diabetes. Read more Are you at risk for type 2 diabetes? Answer a few questions to learn more about your risk factors for the most common form of diabetes. Read more Health News Recent research findings and health updates. Prescription drug abuse an 'epidemic,' government says According to the Office of National Drug Control Policy, prescription drug abuse, which includes sharing prescriptions, using medications for unintended purposes and over-using medications, is the nation’s fastest-growing drug problem. Read more Young parents often let healthy habits slip, study suggests Both moms and dads get less exercise than their counterparts who aren't parents, while moms also tend to eat worse and weigh more than women who don't have kids. Read more Antibiotic resistance a growing health threat, government warns Dangerous superbugs—drug-resistant bacteria, viruses, parasites and other infectious microorganisms—are on the rise in this country and across the globe, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Read more Radiation from airport scanners doesn't pose a significant health risk, report finds The radiation emitted from full-body scanning machines now used for security purposes at most airports in the U.S. does not appear to be a significant health threat to passengers—including frequent fliers, a new report suggests. Read more Ecstasy sending more Americans to the emergency room Between 2004 and 2008, the number of people treated in hospital emergency departments for problems related to ecstasy increased nearly 75 percent. Read more Heart Health Information on heart attack, stroke and other cardiovascular conditions. Learning you have high blood pressure What you'll need to know to help get high blood pressure under control. Read more Following cancer prevention guidelines reduces heart disease risk too People who closely follow lifestyle recommendations for preventing cancer have a reduced risk for death from heart disease as well, according to a study. Read more Diet and lifestyle changes can significantly lower triglycerides Making dietary and lifestyle changes may lower a person's triglyceride levels by up to 50 percent, according to a new scientific statement released by the American Heart Association. Read more Stroke: Know the signs, act fast Stroke symptoms are always an emergency. Read more Overcoming stroke: How rehabilitation helps Stroke rehabilitation helps people regain strength, movement and independence. Read more Men's Health Health information especially for men. When men battle brittle bones Osteoporosis can affect men too. Read more Men among those with low osteoporosis knowledge, study finds Men and people who spoke English as a second language were among those who got low scores on an osteoporosis awareness quiz, as were people who were unemployed and those who didn't exercise. Read more Being physically or emotionally abused leads to mental health problems in men Men who are physically or mentally abused by their partners may experience post-traumatic stress disorder, research suggests. Read more Do you have a sleep disorder? Answer a few questions about your sleep habits to determine if you might have a sleep disorder. Read more How high blood pressure affects the body Along with heart attacks, having high blood pressure increases your risk for stroke, kidney disease and blindness. Read more Nutrition and Fitness Tips for eating right, staying active and maintaining a healthy weight. The DASH diet vs. hypertension Adopting this special eating plan can pay big dividends in your long-term health. Read more Obese seniors benefit most when they combine diet and exercise A low-calorie diet combined with regular exercise does a better job of improving physical function and reducing frailty in obese seniors than either strategy alone, according to a study. Read more Poor diet raises anemia risk in older women Poor nutrition may lead to anemia for postmenopausal women, even for those women using multivitamins and mineral supplements, according to a study. Read more Vitamin D and your health Vitamin D plays a critical role in the development and maintenance of healthy bones and teeth. Read more Exercise to help keep bones strong Using your bones will help keep them strong. Read more Women's Health Health information especially for women. Blood pressure control important for women Paying attention to your blood pressure can make a big difference in your health. Read more Risks of estrogen therapy fade after treatment ends Taking estrogen hormones for menopause has been linked to health problems such as stroke, but those risks seem to fade after treatment ends, a study suggests. Read more Poor diet raises anemia risk in older women Poor nutrition may lead to anemia for postmenopausal women, even for those women using multivitamins and mineral supplements, according to a study. Read more Why women should know about stroke Six out of every 10 stroke deaths occur in women. Read more How dense are you? A guide to testing your bone mass Bone mineral density testing can help measure the strength of your bones. Read more	Upcoming Events AARP Driver Safety Program Relay For Life Benefiting the American Cancer Society Relay For Life Benefiting the American Cancer Society Breastfeeding Class Prepared Childbirth Class Visit Our Website Jackson Clinic Find a Physician Join the Touchstone Society
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