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Aging

Health information especially for seniors.

The early signs can be subtle. (3 min. read)

Are you recovering from an osteoporosis fracture? (3 min. read)

Depression is common among seniors but not inevitable. (3 min. read)

Learn some tips for keeping your brain healthy. (4 min. read)

Quality sleep is especially important if you have arthritis. (2 min. read)

Allergies and asthma

Information on sneezing, wheezing and other breathing problems.

Intense storms can split and spread allergens. (2 min. read)

Cooking can prevent a reaction. (2 min. read)

Even handling some foods could cause problems. (2 min. read)

Could your pet's fur be triggering your asthma symptoms? Find out. (3 min. read)

Inflammation of the skin that results in an itchy or painful rash, red bumps and sometimes even blisters. (4 min. read)

Arthritis

Information on arthritis and other conditions that affect the joints.

Are powerful pain killers the only way to handle chronic pain? Find out by taking this quiz. (2 min. read)

Put these ergonomic tips into practice. (1 min. read)

Set yourself up for a comfortable ride. (3 min. read)

Questions and answers about arthritis. (6 min. read)

It can be tempting to try nontraditional methods to control arthritis pain. (4 min. read)

Cancer

Information about cancer types, treatments and prevention strategies.

If you barbecue meat, you'll want this info. (3 min. read)

Many things may raise your risk for getting breast cancer. (5 min. read)

Read this before researching cancer treatments online. (4 min. read)

Spend some time in front of the mirror getting to know your skin. (2 min. read)

Find out what's responsible for half of all cases of bladder cancer. (2 min. read)

Children and parenting

Tips for keeping kids healthy.

Diabetes

Helpful tips for preventing or living with diabetes.

Exercise is important, but you have to put safety first. (4 min. read)

Take these steps to help your kidneys stay healthy. (2 min. read)

Feed your friendly gut bacteria with fiber. (3 min. read)

Type 1 diabetes can't be prevented, but it can be controlled. (4 min. read)

These seven steps can help ease diabetes stress. (3 min. read)

Heart health

Information about heart attack, stroke and other cardiovascular conditions.

Risks to your heart health tend to crop up after menopause. But you can take steps to counter them. (2 min. read)

Learn the basic ingredients of DASH. (1 min. read)

Could you be at risk for a life-threatening blood clot? (2 min. read)

About 15% to 20% of strokes are linked to AF. (2 min. read)

Research has linked rheumatoid arthritis to heart problems. (3 min. read)

Men's health

Health information especially for men.

A few minutes a day can make a difference. (3 min. read)

A quick check-in can help you reset your stress levels.

Osteoporosis can take a toll on men's bones too. (3 min. read)

Shower time is prime time for a self-exam. (1 min. read)

When anxiety strikes, try these things to quiet your mind. (3 min. read)

Nutrition and fitness

Tips for eating right, staying active and maintaining a healthy weight.

Go fresh and local with colorful spring produce. (2 min. read)

By the time you are 50 years old, your feet may have traveled 75,000 miles! (4 min. read)

Put these mood-boosting ideas into practice. (2 min. read)

Reduce your chances of a running injury. (3 min. read)

Bones can develop painful cracks called stress fractures. (4 min. read)

Women's health

Health information especially for women.

Perfect your pedicure. (3 min. read)

Hormonal changes can play a role. (2 min. read)

Learn what the research says and make an informed choice. (4 min. read)

For most people, the risk is low. (3 min. read)

Learn more about the symptoms and treatment. (3 min. read)