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Aging

Health information especially for seniors.

Cold-weather safety for seniors

Layer up! Seniors are especially vulnerable to hypothermia. (4 min. read)


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What standing on one leg says about your health

Try this balance test for insight into aging. (4 min. read)


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Reduce your risk of falling

5 tips that can help you avoid taking a tumble. (2 min. read)


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Managing your weight as you age

You need fewer calories as you age. (3 min. read)


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Aging and exercise quiz

Exercise your knowledge of senior fitness with this quiz. (3 min. read)


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Allergies and Asthma

Information on sneezing, wheezing and other breathing problems.

Going gluten-free quiz

Is going gluten-free on your mind? Get the facts with this quiz before you decide. (3 min. read)


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Aspirin and asthma don't mix

Aspirin and other common over-the-counter medicines may make asthma worse. (2 min. read)


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Control pollution from home heating and cooling systems

How to keep your indoor air clean. (1 min. read)


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Understanding food allergies

It only takes one bite to cause a health emergency. (4 min. read)


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This mold house

Help keep mold from taking hold where you live. (2 min. read)


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Arthritis

Information on arthritis and other conditions that affect the joints.

Omega-3s: How to catch some healthy benefits

Fish and other foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids are natural disease fighters. (4 min. read)


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Yes, you can exercise with arthritis

Just be sure to listen to your body. (3 min. read)


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Am I too young for a knee replacement?

5 questions and answers to help you decide. (2 min. read)


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Make a plan for managing arthritis pain

A pain-management plan may make living with arthritis easier. (2 min. read)


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What you need to know about arthritis and falls

Learn about the connection and get tips on prevention. (3 min. read)


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Cancer

Information about cancer types, treatments and prevention strategies.

Understanding thyroid cancer

Most people with thyroid cancer have an excellent prognosis. (3 min. read)


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Treating cervical cancer

An overview of the options for treating cervical cancer. (3 min. read)


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Cervical cancer 101

Get answers to common questions about this disease. (5 min. read)


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Should you get a BRCA test?

Use this tool to learn more about the pros and cons of genetic testing. (3 min. read)


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Make a plan for quitting smoking

You're more likely to successfully kick the habit if you prepare ahead of time. (3 min. read)


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Children and Parenting

Tips for keeping kids healthy.

A parent's guide to playtime

When parents join in playtime, kids benefit. (3 min. read)


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Winter workouts for kids

Tips for keeping the family active indoors or outdoors. (3 min. read)


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Car seat safety: The problem with puffy coats

Keep kids safe and warm this winter. (2 min. read)


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Learn how to soothe a sore throat

Consider these simple strategies. (1 min. read)


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Reap the benefits of family meals

Once a week is a good start. (2 min. read)


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Diabetes

Helpful tips for preventing or living with diabetes.

Food label facts for people with diabetes

If you have diabetes, you may want to pay special attention to food labels. (2 min. read)


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Diabetes: How to handle a sick day

Your diabetes needs extra care when you're ill. (4 min. read)


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Hypoglycemia: A sugar issue

Low blood sugar can be a hazard for people who have diabetes. (1 min. read)


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Diabetes: Should you count carbohydrates?

Carbohydrate counting is one tool you can use to help control blood sugar if you have diabetes. (3 min. read)


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A healthy diet can help manage diabetes

What can you eat when you have diabetes? (4 min. read)


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Heart Health

Information about heart attack, stroke and other cardiovascular conditions.

How to shake the salt habit

Too much salt in your diet? Here are some ways to cut back. (4 min. read)


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It’s never too early to protect your heart: Tips for young adults

Taking healthy steps early in life may help you avoid heart disease. (5 min. read)


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Eat better for your heart

Try these seven dietary strategies for your heart's sake. (3 min. read)


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Make a move toward a healthier heart

Exercise is often a significant part of a person's heart disease treatment plan. (3 min. read)


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The DASH diet is full of great options

A heart-healthy diet is full of yummy options. Watch to learn what's on the menu. (19 sec. video)


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Men's Health

Health information especially for men.

How many calories can you burn with exercise?

Calculate how many calories you're burning with your exercise program. (1 min. read)


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Healthy eating hurdles assessment

Get tips for getting past personal challenges. (3 min. read)


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Vitamins quiz

Should you take a daily vitamin? (3 min. read)


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Tackling big weight-loss goals

Two of the keys are perseverance and patience. (3 min. read)


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Is it a migraine, a sinus headache or something else?

Some "sinus headaches" are really migraines. (3 min. read)


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Nutrition and Fitness

Tips for eating right, staying active and maintaining a healthy weight.

This year, take a new approach to weight loss

Diets are a temporary solution. Find out what to do instead. (3 min. read)


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Overcoming barriers to exercise

Discover how to overcome the hurdles that keep you from exercising regularly. (4 min. read)


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Weight loss do's and don'ts

Learn what to do and what to avoid when you’re trying to lose weight. (3 min. read)


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Fitness for all: Physical activity and disability

Try exercise that works for your body's needs. (4 min. read)


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Is it safe to exercise when you're sick?

Here's what the experts have to say. (3 min. read)


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Women's Health

Health information especially for women.

Mix your own mocktails

You can make a tasty mocktail yourself with this simple formula. (2 min. read)


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What you should know about mouth taping

Get the truth behind the trend. (3 min. read)


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3 facts you should know about cervical cancer

The news is better than you might realize. (1 min. read)


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Practicing gratitude

Start these five habits today! (2 min. read)


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Traveling with IBS?

Now is not the time to try new foods. (3 min. read)


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