AgingHealth information especially for seniors. |
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Managing your weight as you age Weight management in later years pays healthy dividends. Read more |
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Women with normal bone density can delay their next test, study suggests Women who have normal bone density tests at age 67 don't need screening again for another 15 years, according to a study. Read more |
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Losing a loved one can raise heart attack risk Stress brought on by intense grief can increase heart rate, blood pressure and blood clotting, which can increase the risk of heart attack. Read more |
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Make a heart attack action plan It could be a lifesaving move. Read more |
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Macular degeneration: Who’s at risk? What can be done? Save your sight as you get older. Read more |
Allergies and AsthmaInformation on sneezing, wheezing and other breathing problems. |
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Controlling your child's asthma With proper treatment, your child can lead a normal, active life. Read more |
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What to do if your child has an asthma attack The right treatment given at the right time can head off serious episodes. Read more |
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Infants and food allergies Learn the usual signs and what you can do. Read more |
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Watch out for molds Mold spores can cause allergic reactions in some people. Read more |
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Asthma support organizations Know where to go for information and resources. Read more |
ArthritisInformation on arthritis and other conditions that affect the joints. |
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Arthritis and the heart Research has linked rheumatoid arthritis to heart problems. Read more |
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Drug may help gout patients stick to long-term therapy Adding the drug rilonacept (brand name Arcalyst) to gout treatment can help limit painful flare-ups, a study suggests. Read more |
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Arthritis and intimacy Stay close to your partner as you manage this chronic illness. Read more |
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A guide to arthritis medications A variety of different medications can help ease arthritis symptoms. Read more |
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What are autoimmune diseases? When the immune system goes awry. Read more |
CancerInformation about cancer types, treatments and prevention strategies. |
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Coping with the physical effects of cancer Lifestyle changes and medicines may help you feel better. Read more |
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New guidelines emphasize the community's role in cancer prevention The new guidelines call for public, private and community organizations to work together to bring about changes at national, state and local levels that will help people follow the ACS prevention advice. Read more |
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Cancer pain: Listen to your body, talk to your doctor Living with cancer doesn't have to mean living with pain. Read more |
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Chemotherapy: Coping with hair loss Know what to do when the treatment that saves your life steals your hair. Read more |
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What is cryotherapy? Cryotherapy uses extreme cold in the form of liquid nitrogen or argon gas to kill an unwanted or diseased growth on the skin or inside the body. Read more |
Children and ParentingTips for keeping kids healthy. |
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Raising heart-healthy kids What parents can do. Read more |
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Parental involvement can help obese kids slim down A new scientific statement identifies steps parents can take to help obese kids successfully lose weight. Read more |
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Children's acetaminophen: Stay safe, know the dose Tips to help make sure your child doesn't get too much. Read more |
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Winter workouts for kids The days are short and the weather's cold, but kids still need exercise. Read more |
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Understanding hand, foot and mouth disease Learn the basics about this common childhood disease. Read more |
DiabetesHelpful tips for people with diabetes. |
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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. Read more |
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Dietary cholesterol, animal fat linked to gestational diabetes Cutting back on saturated fat and cholesterol might help women avoid being diagnosed with diabetes during pregnancy, a study suggests. Read more |
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Leg, foot amputations decline in people with diabetes Between 1996 and 2008, leg and foot amputations dropped by 65 percent among U.S. adults 40 years of age and older who have been diagnosed with diabetes. Read more |
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Diabetes: Is tight control for you? Find out what this approach to controlling blood sugar means and who might benefit. Read more |
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Diabetes can affect sexual health A variety of treatments can help restore sexual health in both men and women with diabetes. Read more |
Health NewsRecent research findings and health updates. |
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Listen up: Wearing headphones can put pedestrians at risk Wearing headphones may distract pedestrians and keep them from hearing horns sounded by oncoming trains or automobiles. Read more |
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Obesity rates in U.S. plateau, but remain high More than one-third of adults and nearly 17 percent of children were obese in 2009-2010. Read more |
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Are we stressed? National survey says yes Caregiving and chronic conditions such as depression and obesity add to stress, according to a report from the American Psychological Association. Read more |
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One in six Americans binge drinks One in six Americans reported binge drinking at least once in 2010, and about 17 percent said they did so an average of four times per month. Read more |
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Poisoning now top cause of injury death—drugs usually to blame The percentage of poisoning deaths caused by drugs in 2008 (89 percent) represents a significant jump from 1980, when drugs accounted for about 56 percent of all U.S. poisoning deaths. Read more |
Heart HealthInformation on heart attack, stroke and other cardiovascular conditions. |
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Healthy changes to make when you have heart disease Even if you already have heart disease, it’s not too late to make important lifestyle changes and improve your health. Read more |
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Sex is safe for most people with heart disease Most people with stable heart disease can have sex—although they should talk with a doctor before resuming sex after their initial diagnosis. Read more |
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Losing a loved one can raise heart attack risk Stress brought on by intense grief can increase heart rate, blood pressure and blood clotting, which can increase the risk of heart attack. Read more |
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Weight-loss surgery may lower risk of heart problems A study has linked bariatric surgery to a lower long-term risk of cardiovascular death, heart attack and stroke. Read more |
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How emotions can affect your heart Look into your heart—your emotions may be stirring up trouble. Read more |
Men's HealthHealth information especially for men. |
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Men: You're never too young to start protecting your heart Heart disease prevention should start as early as possible. Read more |
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Prehypertension puts men at risk for heart rhythm disorder Middle-aged men who have upper-normal blood pressure, or prehypertension, are at increased risk for a dangerous heart rhythm disorder known as atrial fibrillation later in life, according to a study. Read more |
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Coping with coughs A cough is a protective reflex action that helps clear your airways. Read more |
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Eating disorders can affect men Though eating disorders are most common in women, they affect about 1 million men as well. Read more |
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Are you at risk for a heart attack? Many risk factors can be changed to help lower your chances of having a heart attack. Read more |
Nutrition and FitnessTips for eating right, staying active and maintaining a healthy weight. |
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Eat better to help your heart Tips for getting started. Read more |
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Listen up: Wearing headphones can put pedestrians at risk Wearing headphones may distract pedestrians and keep them from hearing horns sounded by oncoming trains or automobiles. Read more |
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Keeping fit, staying warm Try these tips for cold weather exercise. Read more |
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Exercising when you have heart disease A heart problem usually isn’t a reason to avoid physical activity. Read more |
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The benefits of breakfast Eating a healthy breakfast is a great way to jump start your day. Read more |
Women's HealthHealth information especially for women. |
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Women: Protect yourself from heart disease Make a plan to help reduce your risk. Read more |
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Women with normal bone density can delay their next test, study suggests Women who have normal bone density tests at age 67 don't need screening again for another 15 years, according to a study. Read more |
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Home, clean home Routine cleaning and disinfecting helps reduce household germs. Read more |
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Eating disorders: Red flags Knowing the signs can lead to early treatment and better chances of recovery. Read more |
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Understanding anorexia Anorexia nervosa is a serious, but treatable, eating disorder. Read more |
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