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AgingHealth information especially for seniors. |
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Causes and risk factors for Alzheimer's disease Researchers are still trying to find out what causes Alzheimer's disease, but they have some leads. Read more |
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Seniors underestimate how bad flu can be Seniors get hit hard by the flu, but only a handful say they are worried about it this season. Here's why it should be a concern. Read more |
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Employed seniors enjoy better health Working may be good for your wallet and your health. A new study suggests older Americans who continue to work are in better health than their retired peers. Read more |
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Infographic: How to set up a sickroom Has someone come down with the flu? Protect the health of others by setting up a sickroom. Read more |
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Seniors: Any age is a good age to quit smoking Why quitting makes sense for seniors. Read more |
Allergies and AsthmaInformation on sneezing, wheezing and other breathing problems. |
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Infographic: How to use a peak flow meter A peak flow meter can help measure how well your lungs are working. See how to use one. Read more |
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Parents aren't always prepared to use epinephrine safely Epinephrine injections can save a child's life during an allergy emergency. But a new study explains how safety could be improved when administering them. Read more |
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Sticking with fitness could help improve asthma Exercise can be beneficial when it comes to asthma control, new research confirms. But how much and how often is enough? Read more |
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Cigarettes: No. 1 enemy of lungs Smoking is the direct cause of several diseases. Read more |
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Don’t let allergies, asthma ruin your winter holidays Indoor allergies are a problem for millions of Americans every winter. Read more |
ArthritisInformation on arthritis and other conditions that affect the joints. |
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Living with rheumatoid arthritis Six things you can do to help control the disease. Read more |
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Getting ready for joint replacement surgery Planning ahead can help ensure that you have a successful surgery and a speedy recovery. Read more |
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Alternative treatments for arthritis What to know before you try alternative medicine for arthritis. Read more |
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Parenting with arthritis Arthritis doesn't have to keep you from being an active, involved parent. Read more |
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Understanding polymyalgia rheumatica PMR is a common cause of muscle aches and stiffness in older adults. Read more |
CancerInformation about cancer types, treatments and prevention strategies. |
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Researching cancer treatment options How to make sure the information you find is reliable. Read more |
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Many cancer survivors miss out on good nutrition Eating right helps those who've beaten cancer avoid health problems long-term. But many survivors aren't getting the healthy foods they need. Read more |
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Lung cancer: Causes and symptoms To reduce your chances of developing lung cancer, avoid every risk factor you can. Read more |
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Lung cancer in nonsmokers Even people who don't smoke can develop lung cancer. Read more |
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Infographic: What's in cigarette smoke? Arsenic, formaldehyde and lead are a few of the substances found in cigarette smoke. Read more |
Children and ParentingTips for keeping kids healthy. |
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Talk to your kids about smoking You can help your children stay smoke-free. Read more |
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Flavored tobacco: A taste that tempts teens Flavors like chocolate, fruit and candy are luring teens to use tobacco products, a new report suggests. And these products may have an aftertaste that's not so sweet. Read more |
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Hand sanitizers pose poisoning risk Children may be tempted to drink hand sanitizer, putting them at risk for alcohol poisoning. Here's what you can do about it. Read more |
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Is your kid sitting safely? Many drivers aren't properly restraining kids in cars, upping the risk for injury, a new report shows. Are your little ones buckled up right? Read more |
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Quiz: E-cigarettes Is your e-cig safer than a pack of smokes? Find out the facts in this quiz. Read more |
DiabetesHelpful tips for people with diabetes. |
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Infographic: Checkups to get when you have diabetes Keep your diabetes in check with these routine tests. Read more |
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Type 2 diabetes: An introduction Healthy habits can help you prevent this disease and its complications. Read more |
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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. Read more |
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Diabetic eye disease: Types and treatments Early diagnosis and treatment can help preserve your vision. Read more |
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Driving with diabetes Taking a few precautions can help you stay safe on the road. Read more |
Heart HealthInformation on heart attack, stroke and other cardiovascular conditions. |
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Heart-healthy holiday eating With a little planning, you can make the holiday season a delicious and healthy time. Read more |
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High blood pressure? You may need a second reading Checking your blood pressure outside of the doctor's office may provide a better look at your health, new guidelines suggest. Find out how. Read more |
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More exercise key to preventing heart failure A brisk walk 30 minutes a day may not be enough to significantly lower your risk for heart failure, a study finds. So how much is enough? Read more |
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Can sex cause a heart attack? Contrary to the common belief, very few people have heart attacks during or right after sex. Read more |
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Infographic: What your cholesterol numbers mean When your cholesterol numbers are off, it puts your health at risk. Do you know what your levels mean? Read more |
Men's HealthHealth information especially for men. |
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Quiz: Men's hair loss Attention, men: Learn surprising facts about baldness by taking this quiz. Read more |
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Beware 'natural' male enhancement supplements Alternative remedies can range from ineffective to downright dangerous. Read more |
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Screening out men's major health threats Routine screening tests can help detect health problems in their early stages. Read more |
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The cost of smoking Find out how much a smoking habit is costing you. Read more |
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Infographic: Smoking's damage to the body Smoking cigarettes can do a lot of bad things to your body, but that damage can sometimes go sight unseen. Take a deeper look into the health hazards of smoking. Read more |
Nutrition and FitnessTips for eating right, staying active and maintaining a healthy weight. |
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Infographic: Turkey safety Get an idea of how long it will take to safely thaw and cook a turkey. Read more |
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Can caramel apples cause food poisoning? Last year over 30 people got sick from eating caramel apples. Researchers think they've figured out why. Read more |
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Eating right when you have diabetes Getting started on a healthy eating plan is especially important after you've been diagnosed with diabetes. Read more |
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Exercising when you have diabetes Exercise can be good for people with diabetes, but it's important to put safety first. Read more |
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Quiz: Stretching See if you can tell fact from fiction in this quiz all about stretching and its benefits. Read more |
Women's HealthHealth information especially for women. |
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Holiday stress: How to cope You can't avoid stress, but you can take steps to make sure it doesn't ruin your holidays. Read more |
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Time for a mammogram? Maybe not New breast cancer screening recommendations are out. Most notable? Mammograms at 40 are no longer the norm. Learn what else has changed. Read more |
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Are you at risk for type 2 diabetes? Answer a few questions to learn more about your risk factors for the most common form of diabetes. Read more |
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Maintaining a healthy weight after you quit smoking If you watch what you eat and stay active, you can keep your weight in check after you quit smoking. Read more |
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Infographic: How the flu spreads As many as 20 percent of Americans get the flu every year. Find out how the virus spreads Read more |
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