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Aging

Health information especially for seniors.

Some small memory lapses are a normal part of the aging process.

Check this list for potentially harmful interactions.

Open enrollment is your time to make changes.

Learn who's at high risk for severe flu.

Discover what's true, and what's not, about life after 60.

Allergies and asthma

Information on sneezing, wheezing and other breathing problems.

Take action before cold and flu germs get here.

Inhalers and nebulizers are important tools for managing asthma and other airway diseases.

Following a few safety tips can help you avoid an allergic reaction when you eat at a restaurant.

Tips for avoiding allergens from holiday foods and decorations.

Here’s why these shots are important.

Arthritis

Information on arthritis and other conditions that affect the joints.

This painful joint disease typically starts with swelling in the big toe.

Adjust your seat (and your habits) to find relief.

Prep for a safe recovery.

How can foods affect arthritis, and which ones should you avoid?

Arthritis in the hands and wrists makes even the simplest tasks a challenge. But there are things you can do to ease the pain.

Cancer

Information about cancer types, treatments and prevention strategies.

To reduce your chances of developing lung cancer, avoid every risk factor you can.

Even small amounts of alcohol can raise your cancer risk, research suggests.

It often takes multiple attempts at smashing a cigarette habit.

Watch for these red flags.

Fluid buildup in the arms or legs can be dangerous.

Children and parenting

Tips for keeping kids healthy.

Saying goodbye is hard, but there are ways to make it easier.

Try these seven tips for easier vaccinations.

Parents can work with school staff to help a child cope with a medical condition.

CDC has confirmed that polio is spreading in the U.S.

Is your e-cig safer than a pack of smokes? Find out the facts in this quiz.

Diabetes

Helpful tips for preventing or living with diabetes.

Some types of exercise can actually raise your blood sugar in the short term.

You can enjoy your favorite foods if you follow these tips.

Know the symptoms to get prompt treatment.

Separate the truths from these common myths about diabetes.

Uncontrolled diabetes can harm your teeth and gums.

Heart health

Information about heart attack, stroke and other cardiovascular conditions.

How to be heart-smart in the kitchen.

If you have heart disease, the flu can cause serious complications.

Cold weather makes your heart work harder.

Tips to help you make it through your first day as a nonsmoker.

Learn how to lower your chances of having a heart attack.

Men's health

Health information especially for men.

When you stop smoking, your body starts healing.

This problem is common among older men, but it's also highly treatable.

Tips for making sure your decorations aren't a fire hazard.

Try these tips to manage your time and stay focused at work.

If you have to shout, it's hurting your ears.

Nutrition and fitness

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

Balance exercises can help older adults stay on their feet and avoid falls.

Here's how to start on the right foot.

Keep your bones strong and fight osteoporosis with these moves.

Is it OK to give your little ones fruit juice?

Can you tell fact from fiction in this stretching quiz?

Women's health

Health information especially for women.

Unwanted hair growth could be a sign of polycystic ovary syndrome.

Learn the risk factors and symptoms of ovarian cancer.

Worried about follow-up tests? Keep these facts in mind.

Here's what you should know about your daily coffee intake.

How common are miscarriages?

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