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Aging
Health information especially for seniors.
Don't delay emergency care because of COVID-19
Heart attacks and strokes still happen during a pandemic.
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Is it a stroke?
Learn the signs and know how to respond.
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Aging and exercise: Myth or fact?
You can work out at every stage of life.
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Gardening with arthritis
Don't let arthritis keep you from enjoying your garden.
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Try these bone-building exercises
Keep your bones strong and fight osteoporosis with weight-bearing exercises. Here’s how.
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Allergies and Asthma
Information on sneezing, wheezing and other breathing problems.
Pollen making you miserable?
Learn one way to help ease the sneezing.
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Symptom checker: COVID-19, allergies, cold or flu?
Check your symptoms against these four illnesses.
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Hay fever: A sneeze on the breeze
Spring is here. Has your nose sprung a leak?
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Aspirin and asthma don't mix
Aspirin and other common over-the-counter medicines may make asthma worse.
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Asthma triggers
Find out what can cause an asthma attack.
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Arthritis
Information on arthritis and other conditions that affect the joints.
The emotional side of arthritis
Take steps to cope with the emotional effects of arthritis.
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Weight loss can improve knee arthritis
With each pound you put on, your knees absorb about 4 extra pounds of pressure.
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A guide to total knee replacement
Know when it's needed, how it's done and when you'll recover.
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Arthritis: How much exercise is too much?
Know when to say when.
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Gardening with arthritis
Don't let arthritis keep you from enjoying your garden.
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Cancer
Information about cancer types, treatments and prevention strategies.
How to check for skin cancer during the pandemic
When was the last time you did a skin cancer self-exam?
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Sunscreen smarts (video)
More is better to help protect your skin from sunburn and skin cancer.
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Coping with the physical effects of cancer
Lifestyle changes and medicines may help you feel better.
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Life after cancer treatment
A focus on healthy habits can’t guarantee your cancer won’t return, but it can give you a sense of control.
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Talking to a friend or relative who has cancer
Knowing when to talk, what to say and how to listen.
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Children and Parenting
Tips for keeping kids healthy.
Graduation ideas for the class of 2020
How to make graduation special while social distancing.
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Concussions in kids: What to watch for
Some signs and symptoms may show up hours or days later.
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5 crib safety tips every parent should know (video)
Don’t clutter the crib—watch to learn what does and doesn’t belong with sleeping babies.
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The scary world of nightmares and night terrors
Nightmares and night terrors can be scary for both kids and parents.
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Considering alternative medicine for your children?
Tips for choosing safe, effective care for your kiddo.
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Diabetes
Helpful tips for people with diabetes.
Game-day advice for kids with type 1 diabetes (video)
Take a few precautions to help young athletes be at their best.
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Insulin basics
Managing levels of this hormone is a key to controlling diabetes.
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A guide to insulin pumps
If you have diabetes, using an insulin pump may be a convenient way to manage your blood sugar.
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Tips for buying diabetes supplies
The right supplies can make controlling your blood sugar easier.
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Diabetes superfoods
A look at some foods that have the nutrients needed for good diabetes management.
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Heart Health
Information on heart attack, stroke and other cardiovascular conditions.
A fruit-forward approach to high blood pressure
Is your body getting enough of this important mineral?
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Understanding atherosclerosis
It's important to learn about the risk factors for this artery-clogging disease and to take action now to protect your health.
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Cut back on sodium by checking food labels
Just six types of food are responsible for much of the sodium we consume.
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How to choose a whole-grain bread (video)
Check the label to be sure you're buying bread with the most benefits.
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Cholesterol: Learn about your levels
Find out how your doctor will use your blood cholesterol levels to assess your heart health.
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Men's Health
Health information especially for men.
What to know about cloth face masks
Including how to make your own without sewing.
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How to handle quarantine fatigue
There are things you can do to feel better.
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Prostate cancer quiz
When should you talk to your doctor about prostate cancer? Find out in this quiz.
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Check your risk for prostate cancer
Several factors can increase your risk of prostate cancer. But knowing your risk can help you and your doctor make a plan to protect you.
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Sleep apnea: What you need to know
This serious—but treatable—sleep disorder affects an estimated 18 million Americans.
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Nutrition and Fitness
Tips for eating right, staying active and maintaining a healthy weight.
Eat well to keep your immune system strong
Nutritious foods have always been a way to help avoid illness.
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Know your fats
Learn what kinds of fats to choose, limit or avoid.
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Tackling big weight-loss goals
Two of the keys to losing a large amount of weight are perseverance and patience.
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How to add pounds if you're underweight
For some people, adding weight can be as difficult as losing it.
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Invisible but preventable: Food poisoning (video)
Follow these best practices to avoid a foodborne illness.
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Women's Health
Health information especially for women.
What to know about cloth face masks
Including how to make your own without sewing.
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Is your medicine cabinet due for a checkup?
Here's a list of items to make sure you have on hand.
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Domestic violence: Staying safe during COVID-19
Being home isn't safe for everyone right now.
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How to care for someone with COVID-19
Not everyone with the coronavirus needs to be hospitalized.
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Start a hobby during the pandemic
Try these tips to get inspired.
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