AgingHealth information especially for seniors. |
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Safe driving for seniors Tips for staying safe behind the wheel as you get older. Read more |
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Hormone spray to reduce hot flashes can rub off on kids, pets Women who use a topical estrogen medication called Evamist shouldn’t let kids or pets come into contact with skin that’s been sprayed with the drug, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Read more |
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Grown-ups need shots too A look at the immunizations that are recommended for adults. Read more |
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Menopause may bring a change in cholesterol levels Cholesterol is a major risk factor for heart disease as women get older. Read more |
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Check your risk for peripheral arterial disease Do you have unexplained leg pain or numbness? It may be a sign of peripheral arterial disease. Read more |
Allergies and AsthmaInformation on sneezing, wheezing and other breathing problems. |
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You're never too old for asthma Asthma can affect people of all ages. Read more |
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Asthma triggers Find out what can cause an asthma attack. Read more |
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When your eyes are allergic Allergens can bug your eyes too. Read more |
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Understanding latex allergy Latex products can cause allergic reactions. Read more |
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What is allergic contact dermatitis? When you're allergic to things you touch. Read more |
ArthritisInformation on arthritis and other conditions that affect the joints. |
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Taking care of arthritic joints Self-help tips for people with osteoarthritis. Read more |
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Real, fake acupuncture both help knee arthritis A recent study shows that people with osteoarthritis of the knee who were treated with traditional Chinese acupuncture felt no better than those who received a placebo procedure that only simulated acupuncture. Read more |
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To reduce arthritis pain, follow exercise recommendations Sticking with recommended therapy exercises and leading a physically active lifestyle may lessen pain and improve function in people who have osteoarthritis of the hip or knee, according to a study. Read more |
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Juvenile arthritis at school How to help your child succeed. Read more |
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What is rheumatology? The branch of medicine that addresses diseases of the joints, muscles, bones and connective tissues. Read more |
CancerInformation about cancer types, treatments and prevention strategies. |
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Cancer pain: Listen to your body, talk to your doctor Living with cancer doesn't have to mean living with pain. Read more |
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Leukemia 101 Questions and answers about leukemia. Read more |
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Understanding childhood leukemia Advanced treatments mean most children who have leukemia survive. Read more |
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A guide to bone marrow transplants When a disease or its treatment severely damages bone marrow, a bone marrow transplant provides healthy marrow to replace it. Read more |
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Understanding thyroid cancer Most people with thyroid cancer have an excellent prognosis. Read more |
Children and ParentingTips for keeping kids healthy. |
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How to nurture your child's mental health What parents can do to help their child build a strong foundation for lifelong mental health. Read more |
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Unhealthy habits linked to headaches in teenagers Teens who smoke, are overweight or exercise less than twice a week may be more likely that other teens to have frequent headaches and migraines. Read more |
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Household cleaning products a danger to kids Injuries to children from household cleaning products have dropped in recent years, but these products are a still a common hazard. Read more |
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Keeping your new baby safe A house that's safe for adults may hold hidden hazards for infants. Read more |
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Are cholesterol levels a childhood concern? Keeping cholesterol levels under control is one way to help make sure your child enjoys a lifetime of good heart health. Read more |
DiabetesHelpful tips for people with diabetes. |
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Diabetes: Keep your cholesterol under control Many people with diabetes also have high cholesterol levels. Read more |
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Weight-loss surgery helps reduce diabetes medication use Weight-loss surgery may help obese people who have type 2 diabetes reduce their use of diabetes medications, a study suggests. Read more |
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Monitoring diabetes at home Do you know your blood sugar level? 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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Symptoms and signs of diabetes Find out if you should be screened for diabetes. Read more |
Health NewsRecent research findings and health updates. |
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Drinking water before meals can help dieters lose weight Drinking two cups of water before meals may be able to help dieters control their appetite and lose weight. Read more |
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Antagonistic personality traits may boost heart, stroke risks Having an aggressive or combative personality could increase your risk for heart trouble. Read more |
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Catching up on sleep takes time, study suggests Even 10 hours in bed isn't enough to help a person completely recover from several days of sleep deprivation, a study suggests. Read more |
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Study: Low-carb diet boosts good cholesterol Researchers note that the precise type of diet a person chooses may be less important than the way he or she approaches weight loss. Read more |
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Hormone spray to reduce hot flashes can rub off on kids, pets Women who use a topical estrogen medication called Evamist shouldn’t let kids or pets come into contact with skin that’s been sprayed with the drug, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Read more |
Heart HealthInformation on heart attack, stroke and other cardiovascular conditions. |
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Eat right to control your cholesterol Using diet to help control cholesterol levels may be easier than you think. Read more |
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Antagonistic personality traits may boost heart, stroke risks Having an aggressive or combative personality could increase your risk for heart trouble. Read more |
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Study: Low-carb diet boosts good cholesterol Researchers note that the precise type of diet a person chooses may be less important than the way he or she approaches weight loss. Read more |
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Sleep habits linked to cardiovascular disease risk Regularly sleeping less than five hours a day or more than nine hours a day may raise a person's risk of cardiovascular disease. Read more |
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Tired, achy legs might signal peripheral arterial disease This common disorder can be serious, but it's often overlooked. Read more |
Men's HealthHealth information especially for men. |
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Check your risk for prostate cancer All men have some degree of prostate cancer risk—so all men should talk to their doctors about possible ways to protect themselves. Read more |
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Binge drinking especially risky for men with high blood pressure Men with high blood pressure who binge drink have a higher risk of dying from stroke or heart disease than nondrinkers who have normal blood pressure, according to a study. Read more |
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The cholesterol test A simple blood test can tell you where your cholesterol stands. Read more |
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Prostate cancer: Lowering your risk Research suggests that healthy habits may potentially decrease a man’s chances of getting prostate cancer or dying from the disease. Read more |
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Understanding benign prostatic hyperplasia This problem is common among older men, but it's also highly treatable. Read more |
Nutrition and FitnessTips for eating right, staying active and maintaining a healthy weight. |
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Overcoming barriers to exercise Most exercise roadblocks have at least one solution. Read more |
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Black rice a good source of antioxidants Black rice is rich in nutrients that may help protect against heart disease, cancer and other health problems. Read more |
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Study: Low-carb diet boosts good cholesterol Researchers note that the precise type of diet a person chooses may be less important than the way he or she approaches weight loss. Read more |
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Lifestyle changes key to bringing down cholesterol Some of the best ways to influence cholesterol levels are completely within your control. Read more |
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Intermittent claudication: When walking makes legs ache A possible sign of troubled arteries. Read more |
Women's HealthHealth information especially for women. |
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Women: Get a leg up on PAD Too often, peripheral arterial disease goes unnoticed in women. Read more |
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Stress may worsen PMS symptoms, study finds Women who feel stressed early in their menstrual cycle may have more severe symptoms of premenstrual syndrome (PMS) later, a study suggests. Read more |
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Women's cholesterol levels vary during menstrual cycles Women’s cholesterol levels fluctuate with monthly hormonal changes, with total cholesterol numbers varying by an average of 19 percent at different times during a menstrual cycle, a study suggests. Read more |
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Cutting back on red, processed meats protects women from heart disease Women who eat healthy, protein-rich foods—such as nuts, fish and poultry—instead of red meat have a significantly lower risk of developing heart disease, according to a study. Read more |
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Grown-ups need shots too A look at the immunizations that are recommended for adults. Read more |
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