AgingHealth information especially for seniors. |
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Seniors: Be smart about medicines There are many good reasons to "take as directed" by your doctor. Read more |
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Medication reactions send a million seniors to the ER each year More than half of all people who go to the emergency room because of a bad medication reaction each year are age 50 and older, according to a study from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. Read more |
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High blood pressure may lead to reduced mobility in seniors Big changes in walking speed can affect an older person’s ability to remain independent. It can also indicate health problems and help predict who might develop dementia or disabilities. Read more |
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How alcohol affects seniors Drinking alcohol in any amount can pose special risks for older adults. Read more |
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Foot fungus blues A change in nail color could signal a fungal infection. Read more |
Allergies and AsthmaInformation on sneezing, wheezing and other breathing problems. |
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Take an active role in your asthma control Don't let asthma slow you down. Read more |
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Pollen count predictions aren't always accurate, study finds If you're looking for reliable pollen counts, visit the National Allergy Bureau website. Read more |
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Combination treatment may help allergic kids tolerate milk Children who are allergic to milk may be able to rapidly acquire a tolerance for this common food with the help of a new combination treatment, a small study suggests. Read more |
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Living with lactose intolerance Know what to do when dairy products don't agree with you. Read more |
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Understanding allergic asthma Learn more about the most common form of asthma. Read more |
ArthritisInformation on arthritis and other conditions that affect the joints. |
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Arthritis and your feet Learn what might be done when arthritis affects your feet. Read more |
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Depression can make knee arthritis symptoms worse Depression appears to increase the amount of pain a person feels from knee arthritis—even if the arthritis is only mild and hasn't significantly damaged joints. Read more |
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Talking with your doctor about arthritis pain Describing arthritis pain to your doctor is an important part of your care. Read more |
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Types of surgery to treat arthritis Arthritis surgery can ease joint pain and stiffness. Read more |
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Understanding gout This painful joint disease typically starts with swelling in the big toe. Read more |
CancerInformation about cancer types, treatments and prevention strategies. |
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Recovering after cancer treatment Eating right, exercising and managing your weight are among the keys to a full recovery from cancer. Read more |
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Surgery can help men become fertile again after childhood cancer An innovative surgical technique may help many male survivors of childhood cancer who were thought to be infertile father children, according to a study. Read more |
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Number of cancer survivors grows to nearly 12 million Researchers said the increase in cancer survivors is caused by several factors, including a growing population of older adults, early detection, improved diagnostic methods and improved clinical follow-up after treatment. Read more |
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Talking to a friend or relative who has cancer Knowing when to talk, what to say and how to listen. Read more |
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Understanding chemotherapy Chemotherapy, which uses drugs to destroy cancer cells, may be used alone or with other treatments for cancer. Read more |
Children and ParentingTips for keeping kids healthy. |
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Kids and sports injuries Help keep your child safe during sports. Read more |
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Keep kids in rear-facing car seats longer, pediatricians urge Most children should ride in a rear-facing car safety seat until they are 2 years old, according to a new policy statement from the American Academy of Pediatrics. Read more |
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Lack of sleep may worsen ADHD symptoms Missing out on even an hour of sleep a night can worsen children's attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) symptoms. Read more |
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Raising drug-free kids How parents can help their children grow up healthy and drug-free. Read more |
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Alcohol abuse at home: The effect on children When a parent is addicted to alcohol it affects the whole family. Read more |
DiabetesHelpful tips for people with diabetes. |
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Diabetes and your feet What you don't feel can hurt you. Read more |
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Breastfeeding helps prevent obesity in kids born to moms with diabetes Researchers found that babies who were exposed to diabetes in the womb but who were then breastfed for six months or more were no more likely to gain extra weight in childhood than children who had not been exposed to diabetes. Read more |
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Tips for buying diabetes supplies The right supplies can make controlling your blood sugar easier. Read more |
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Insulin basics Managing levels of this hormone is a key to controlling diabetes. Read more |
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Type 1 diabetes: An introduction Type 1 diabetes can't be prevented, but it can be controlled. Read more |
Health NewsRecent research findings and health updates. |
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Keep kids in rear-facing car seats longer, pediatricians urge Most children should ride in a rear-facing car safety seat until they are 2 years old, according to a new policy statement from the American Academy of Pediatrics. Read more |
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Medication reactions send a million seniors to the ER each year More than half of all people who go to the emergency room because of a bad medication reaction each year are age 50 and older, according to a study from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. Read more |
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Report identifies seven keys to keeping weight off People who are looking for ways to lose weight and keep it off may be able to gain valuable insight from others who have successfully done just that. Read more |
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Technology may be keeping us awake at night, sleep survey finds Using cellphones, computers, televisions and other electronic devices before bed may be affecting Americans' sleep, according to the 2011 Sleep In America poll. Read more |
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Soda and other sugary drinks may raise blood pressure Researchers found that for every sugary drink adults consumed in a day, systolic blood pressure increased by 1.6 mm Hg and diastolic blood pressure increased by 0.8 mm Hg. Read more |
Heart HealthInformation on heart attack, stroke and other cardiovascular conditions. |
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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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Weight-loss surgery can improve heart health when other weight-loss methods fail Bariatric surgery can help severely obese people lose a significant amount of weight and reduce their cardiac risk factors, but the surgery does have risks. Read more |
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Mediterranean diet protects against metabolic syndrome, research suggests In a study, researchers found that people who closely followed Mediterranean diets were less likely to have metabolic syndrome than those on other types of diets or those who were less faithful at sticking with a Mediterranean diet. Read more |
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Intermittent claudication: When walking makes legs ache A possible sign of troubled arteries. Read more |
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The dangers of deep vein thrombosis This problem causes damage from the leg to the lung. Read more |
Men's HealthHealth information especially for men. |
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Stress on the job Too much stress at work can take a physical and mental toll. Read more |
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Surgery can help men become fertile again after childhood cancer An innovative surgical technique may help many male survivors of childhood cancer who were thought to be infertile father children, according to a study. Read more |
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Male infertility Treatment may help. Read more |
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Good sports need good shoes Careful selection of athletic shoes may prevent injuries. Read more |
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Do you have a drinking problem? Take a short quiz to find out whether you may have a problem with alcohol. Read more |
Nutrition and FitnessTips for eating right, staying active and maintaining a healthy weight. |
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Do you need a multivitamin? A multivitamin can help fill nutritional gaps, but it's no substitute for a well-balanced diet. Read more |
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Report identifies seven keys to keeping weight off People who are looking for ways to lose weight and keep it off may be able to gain valuable insight from others who have successfully done just that. Read more |
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Soda and other sugary drinks may raise blood pressure Researchers found that for every sugary drink adults consumed in a day, systolic blood pressure increased by 1.6 mm Hg and diastolic blood pressure increased by 0.8 mm Hg. Read more |
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Returning to exercise after an injury Rushing back to activity before you have time to heal can put you at risk for re-injury and possibly an even longer downtime. Read more |
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A pedometer can help make walking fun This simple device can help motivate you to reach healthy goals. Read more |
Women's HealthHealth information especially for women. |
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Shoe shopping: It’s all about fit To reduce your risk for foot problems, it's important to choose shoes that fit well. Read more |
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Fraudulent weight-loss products harmful to health, FDA warns Consumers should be wary of dietary supplements marketed as weight-loss products, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Read more |
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Escaping from domestic violence No one deserves to be abused. Read more |
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Alcohol's gender gap Drinking may be especially dangerous for women. Read more |
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Do you have a drinking problem? Take a short quiz to find out whether you may have a problem with alcohol. Read more |
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