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Aging Health information especially for seniors. Managing your weight as you age Weight management in later years pays healthy dividends. Read more Walking helps protect mental function, study finds Walking can help slow mental decline or prevent it from occurring in the first place, according to a study presented at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America. Read more Cold-weather safety for seniors Cold weather can present special challenges for older adults. Read more Handwashing can keep you healthy Regular handwashing is a simple, effective way to protect yourself from germs. Read more Cervical cancer: Age matters Older women should consider their screening needs. Read more Allergies and Asthma Information on sneezing, wheezing and other breathing problems. Allergic to indoors What to do when your allergies happen at home. Read more When asthma acts up During an asthma flare-up, changes inside your lungs bring on breathing troubles. Read more Medications to treat asthma The proper medications can help you breathe easier if you have asthma. Read more 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 Asthma support organizations Know where to go for information and resources. Read more Arthritis Information on arthritis and other conditions that affect the joints. Arthritis and the weather Does cold weather make arthritis worse? Read more Don't delay treatment for arthritis symptoms, experts urge People who have signs of inflammatory arthritis—such as painful, swollen joints—should seek medical attention sooner rather than later. Read more Exercising when you have arthritis Exercise strengthens troubled joints. Read more A guide to arthritis medications A variety of different medications can help ease arthritis symptoms. Read more What is total joint replacement? Know when it's used, how it's done. Read more Cancer Information about cancer types, treatments and prevention strategies. Coping with the physical effects of cancer Lifestyle changes and medicines may help you feel better. Read more Many women don't get recommended mammograms, study finds About half of all women in the U.S. do not undergo recommended annual breast cancer screenings. Read more Despite screening options, many cancers are diagnosed in late stages Many cases of colorectal, cervical and breast cancer are being diagnosed in late stages, when treatment is more difficult—even though screenings are available to detect them earlier. Read more Cervical cancer 101 What it is and how it's prevented and treated. Read more HPV vaccine: What parents need to know This shot can help protect your daughter from cervical cancer. Read more Children and Parenting Tips for keeping kids healthy. Should your child diet? Gradual lifestyle changes are the key to lasting weight loss. Read more 'Good' bacteria may offer some health benefits to kids, pediatricians say While probiotics and prebiotics may offer some health benefits to children, they aren't good for all kids and there isn’t enough evidence to support adding them to infant formula, according to a clinical report from the American Academy of Pediatrics. Read more Vapor rub helps ease kids' cold symptoms, study suggests Researchers found that an over-the-counter vapor rub that contains camphor, menthol and eucalyptus was better at easing nighttime cold symptoms and helping kids sleep than pure petroleum jelly or no treatment at all. Read more HPV vaccine: What parents need to know This shot can help protect your daughter from cervical cancer. Read more Helping kids avoid the flu What parents can do. Read more Diabetes Helpful tips for people with diabetes. Exercising when you have diabetes Exercise can be good for people with diabetes, but it’s important to put safety first. Read more Exercise crucial for people with type 2 diabetes, new guidelines stress New guidelines recommend a combination of aerobic and strength training activities to help prevent and control type 2 diabetes. Read more Diabetes: Caring for yourself during routine illness Illnesses such as colds and the flu can affect your blood sugar levels. Read more Diabetes: Taking charge of eye disease Diabetes is the leading cause of new cases of blindness in adults 20 to 74 years of age in the United States. Read more Tired, achy legs might signal peripheral arterial disease This common disorder can be serious, but it's often overlooked. Read more Health News Recent research findings and health updates. Eat your vegetables and live longer, study suggests High blood levels of the antioxidant alpha-carotene, which people get mainly from eating fruits and vegetables, appear to lower the risk of an early death, a study suggests. Read more Any exposure to cigarette smoke can damage health, surgeon general warns Even a small amount of tobacco smoke can cause immediate damage to your health, a new report from the U.S. surgeon general warns. Read more Despite screening options, many cancers are diagnosed in late stages Many cases of colorectal, cervical and breast cancer are being diagnosed in late stages, when treatment is more difficult—even though screenings are available to detect them earlier. Read more Vapor rub helps ease kids' cold symptoms, study suggests Researchers found that an over-the-counter vapor rub that contains camphor, menthol and eucalyptus was better at easing nighttime cold symptoms and helping kids sleep than pure petroleum jelly or no treatment at all. Read more Vitamin D, calcium recommendations updated Most Americans are getting enough vitamin D and calcium for good health, according to a report that sets new daily intake levels and safe upper limits for this bone-friendly nutrient duo. Read more Heart Health Information on heart attack, stroke and other cardiovascular conditions. 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 Sleep apnea ups risk for aggressive heart disease, study suggests People with obstructive sleep apnea have more of a dangerous and unstable type of plaque in their heart’s blood vessels than people who don’t have sleep apnea, according to a study. Read more Winterize your heart Some people's hearts need extra care when the temperature drops. Read more Losing weight when you have high cholesterol Weight control is an important part of cholesterol control. Read more Calculate your target heart rate Using your target heart rate can help you exercise hard enough to improve your fitness level but not so hard that it's dangerous. Read more Men's Health Health information especially for men. Take a new approach to New Year’s weight loss Long-term lifestyle changes are key to keeping off the pounds. Read more Got a cold? Avoid intense workouts, expert suggests Exercise may help prevent the common cold, but when you’re already sick it can do more harm than good, according to the American College of Sports Medicine. Read more Coping with coughs A cough is a protective reflex action that helps clear your airways. Read more Is there a cure for the wintertime blues? Seasonal affective disorder can make winter a season of sadness. Read more Sunglasses for all seasons Summer or winter, your eyes need protection from the sun's harmful rays. Read more Nutrition and Fitness Tips for eating right, staying active and maintaining a healthy weight. Weight loss: How to set yourself up for success Instead of diving into the latest diet fad, take some time to plan your weight-loss strategy. Read more Vitamin D, calcium recommendations updated Most Americans are getting enough vitamin D and calcium for good health, according to a report that sets new daily intake levels and safe upper limits for this bone-friendly nutrient duo. Read more 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. Read more Keeping fit, staying warm Try these tips for cold weather exercise. Read more How many calories can you burn with exercise? Calculate how many calories you're burning with your exercise program. Read more Women's Health Health information especially for women. Protect your skin from winter weather Simple tips for protecting skin when the weather turns cold. Read more Many women don't get recommended mammograms, study finds About half of all women in the U.S. do not undergo recommended annual breast cancer screenings. Read more Belly fat may weaken women's bones In a small study, researchers found that women whose body fat was concentrated in their mid-section had lower bone density than women whose fat was concentrated in their hips and buttocks. Read more Cervical cancer: Age matters Older women should consider their screening needs. Read more Taking off holiday weight You can easily return unwanted gifts, but getting rid of holiday pounds requires a bit more effort. Read more	Upcoming Events Freedom from Smoking AARP Driver Safety Program Backs and Bones Nursing Conference Joint Venture Class AHA Core Instructor Course Visit Our Website Jackson Clinic Find a Physician Join the Touchstone Society
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