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	Aging Health information especially for seniors. Seniors: Any age is a good age to quit smoking Why quitting makes sense for seniors. Read more Flu fatalities: Last year was record-breaking flu season Find out who's most vulnerable to the flu. Read more 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 Options for independent living in later life Consider your choices. Read more Alone for the holidays Keep your season bright even if you're on your own. Read more Allergies and asthma Information on sneezing, wheezing and other breathing problems. Don’t let allergies, asthma ruin your winter holidays Indoor allergies are a problem for millions of Americans every winter. Read more Flu fatalities: Last year was record-breaking flu season Find out who's most vulnerable to the flu. Read more 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 Asthma: A guide to inhalers and nebulizers Inhalers and nebulizers are important tools for managing asthma and other airway diseases. Read more How to do pursed lip breathing for COPD (video) Try this simple technique next time you're feeling out of breath. Read more Arthritis Information on arthritis and other conditions that affect the joints. Arthritis and the weather Does cold weather make arthritis worse? Read more Osteoarthritis symptoms and facts (infographic) 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 Your aching hands: Is it arthritis? Arthritis in the hands and wrists makes even the simplest tasks a challenge. But there are things you can do to ease the pain. Read more Understanding gout This painful joint disease typically starts with swelling in the big toe. Read more Arthritis and food quiz How can foods affect arthritis, and which ones should you avoid? Read more Cancer Information about cancer types, treatments and prevention strategies. Try, try again to stop smoking (video) It often takes multiple attempts at smashing a cigarette habit before you can get rid of it for good. Read more All about radon, the invisible lung cancer threat An inexpensive test could save your life. Read more Lung cancer: Causes and symptoms To reduce your chances of developing lung cancer, avoid every risk factor you can. Read more Lung cancer in nonsmokers Even people who don't smoke can develop lung cancer. Read more Secondhand smoke quiz Think you know the risks of secondhand smoke? Test yourself with this quiz. Read more Children and parenting Tips for keeping kids healthy. Avoiding illness at school (infographic) The common cold is just one of the many infectious diseases that can show up in schools. Read more The ABCD's of taking meds at school Parents can work with school staff to help a child cope with a chronic medical condition at school. Read more Don't give younger kids decongestants Find out how to safely treat a stuffy, runny nose. Read more Keep your teen safe from prescription drugs Many teens mistakenly believe prescription drugs are safer than street drugs. Read more E-cigarettes quiz Is your e-cig safer than a pack of smokes? Find out the facts in this quiz. Read more Diabetes Helpful tips for people with diabetes. Diabetes myths (infographic) Separating the truths from these common myths about diabetes could help improve the health of millions of people. Read more How diabetes affects teeth Uncontrolled diabetes can harm your teeth and gums. Read more Diabetes: Should you count carbohydrates? Carbohydrate counting is one tool you can use to help control blood sugar if you have diabetes. Read more Food label facts for people with diabetes If you have diabetes, you may want to pay special attention to food labels. Read more The facts about type 1 diabetes (video) Type 1 can't be prevented or cured, but with a few lifestyle changes and daily insulin, it needn't slow you down. Read more Heart health Information about heart attack, stroke and other cardiovascular conditions. Heart-healthy cooking How to be heart-smart in the kitchen. Read more Does aspirin protect healthy hearts too? New research sheds light on aspirin's role in heart, stroke protection. Read more Blood pressure: Why it pays to check it yourself Get tips on starting this healthy habit at home. Read more Are you at risk for a heart attack? Many risk factors can be changed to help lower your chances of having a heart attack. Read more A fruit-forward approach to blood pressure (video) What does a banana have to do with high blood pressure? The answer may surprise you. Watch to learn more. Read more Men's health Health information especially for men. Avoid holiday weight gain Nine tips for enjoying holiday festivities without putting on pounds. Read more Fall yard work: 10 tips to stay injury-free Don't start the season with a strain. Read more Avoid holiday fires (infographic) Tips for making sure your decorations aren't a fire hazard. Read more Save your lungs: Stop smoking (video) When you stop smoking, your body starts healing. Read more 5 steps to clean hands (infographic) Keeping your hands clean is one of the best ways to prevent the spread of infection and illness. Read more Nutrition and fitness Tips for eating right, staying active and maintaining a healthy weight. Turkey safety (Infographic) Get an idea of how long it will take to safely thaw and cook a turkey. Read more Food infused with liquid nitrogen can pose risks FDA has received reports of injury linked to these types of food items. Read more Recipe revival: How to make your favorite meals healthier Simple steps for improving the nutritional value of your favorite recipes. Read more 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 Heartburn triggers (infographic) Find out what kinds of food, drinks and behaviors can trigger heartburn. Read more Women's health Health information especially for women. 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 Bladder infection protection: Drinking water helps Just how much water is enough? Read more Depression common in the years leading up to menopause Expert panel releases first-ever recommendations for helping women during midlife. Read more Fireplace safety: Master these fireside tips (video) Watch this video for six tips for a warm, safer experience. Read more The cost of smoking Find out how much a smoking habit is costing you. Read more	FIND A PHYSICIAN GET MORE HEALTH INFORMATION VIEW OUR SERVICES CLASSES & EVENTS Free Blood Pressure Screening Narcotics Anonymous (NA) AA and AlAnon Support Groups AA and AlAnon Support Groups Smoking Cessation Class
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