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AgingHealth information especially for seniors. |
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Alone for the holidays Keep your season bright even if you're on your own. Read more |
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Why your drugs need a checkup The more medicines you take, the greater your risk for harmful interactions. Read more |
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Sniff test: Loss of smell may signal dementia risk Research reveals that an inability to smell could be linked to cognitive decline. Read more |
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Many older adults rely on sleep aids, poll shows Seniors think poor sleep is normal, and many self-medicate instead of talking to their doctor. 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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Don’t let allergies, asthma ruin your winter holidays Indoor allergies are a problem for millions of Americans every winter. Read more |
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Babies exposed to certain allergens have lower asthma risk A new study says infant exposure to pet allergens can help prevent asthma. Read more |
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Coping with dust mite allergies It's impossible to completely get rid of dust mites, but you can take steps to help limit your contact with them. Read more |
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How to use a peak flow meter (infographic) A peak flow meter can help measure how well your lungs are working. See how to use one. Read more |
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Cigarettes: No. 1 enemy of lungs Smoking is the direct cause of several diseases. Read more |
ArthritisInformation on arthritis and other conditions that affect the joints. |
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Infographic: Osteoarthritis symptoms and facts About 1/3 of Americans age 65 or older have osteoarthritis. Do you know how to recognize symptoms and risks of this common condition? Read more |
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Arthritis: Getting a good night's rest Quality sleep is especially important if you have arthritis. Read more |
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Questions to ask about arthritis surgery Find out what you should know before surgery. Read more |
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Quiz: Arthritis and food How can foods affect arthritis, and which ones should you avoid? Read more |
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Understanding gout This painful joint disease typically starts with swelling in the big toe. Read more |
CancerInformation about cancer types, treatments and prevention strategies. |
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Expensive oral chemo drug goes generic, but the price stays high Generic drugs should lower health costs, but this oral chemotherapy drug is still unexpectedly expensive. 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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What's in cigarette smoke? (infographic) Arsenic, formaldehyde and lead are a few of the substances found in cigarette smoke. Read more |
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Quiz: Secondhand smoke Think you know the risks of secondhand smoke? Test yourself with this quiz. Read more |
Children and ParentingTips for keeping kids healthy. |
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Make holidays safe for kids Have a safe holiday with these tips from the American Academy of Pediatrics. Read more |
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A risky position: Parents don't always put babies to sleep on their backs Just 44 percent of parents always followed this advice to reduce SIDS risk, a study finds. Read more |
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Home, clean home Routine cleaning and disinfecting helps reduce household germs. Read more |
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Talk to your kids about smoking You can help your children stay smoke-free. Read more |
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E-cigarettes (quiz) 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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Diabetes (quiz) What's one of the biggest health threats facing the U.S. today? Find out and get the facts with this quiz. Read more |
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Seniors with type 2 diabetes have higher fracture risk Even if seniors with type 2 diabetes have normal or high bone density, their fracture risk is increased. Read more |
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Weight-loss surgery works long-term More than a decade after having gastric bypass surgery, many people stayed slimmer. And they reaped other important health benefits, a new study shows. 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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Food label facts for people with diabetes If you have diabetes, you may want to pay special attention to food labels. 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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Stopping daily aspirin can be risky for the heart, study says If you're taking aspirin daily, quitting could have risks. Your doctor can help you understand the pros and cons. Read more |
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Why you shouldn't toss your sleep apnea treatment A new sleep study suggests that not using your CPAP device could boost diabetes and heart risks. Read more |
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Aspirin and your heart Not just for headaches anymore, aspirin can be a lifesaver. Read more |
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How to do hands-only CPR Learn how to step in and save a life with hands-only CPR. Read more |
Men's HealthHealth information especially for men. |
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Avoid holiday fires (infographic) Tips for making sure your decorations aren't a fire hazard. Read more |
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3 common STIs hit record high More than 2 million cases of these STIs were reported in the U.S. in 2016. Read more |
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Diet changes might nix the need for reflux meds Switching to a plant-based diet yields the same benefits as medications without any of the unpleasant side effects, a new study found. 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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Recipe revival: How to make your favorite meals healthier Simple steps for improving the nutritional value of your favorite recipes. Read more |
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Study: Sitting too long ups risk of death Are you off your feet for more than an hour at a time? You may have a higher risk of death. Read more |
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What's for dinner? Pumpkin! Squash your hunger with this low-calorie, high-nutrient veggie. Read more |
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Video: How to cut an onion Learn the basics of safe slicing and dicing. Read more |
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Turkey safety (Infographic) Get an idea of how long it will take to safely thaw and cook a turkey. Read more |
Women's HealthHealth information especially for women. |
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Avoid holiday weight gain Nine tips for enjoying holiday festivities without putting on pounds. Read more |
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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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Domestic violence remains a life-threatening issue CDC reports high homicide rates at the hands of current and former partners. Take these steps to stay safe. Read more |
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3 common STIs hit record high More than 2 million cases of these STIs were reported in the U.S. in 2016. Read more |
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Fireplace safety: Master these fireside tips (video) Watch this video for six tips for a warm, safer experience. Read more |
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