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Aging
Health information especially for seniors.
Garden safety (infographic)
Gardening is a great way to boost your wellness, but make sure to plant seeds for safety before you get in the dirt.
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Fatal falls rise dramatically in adults 65 and older
Those 85 and older are the most at risk.
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Many seniors have undiagnosed sleep apnea
Talk with your doctor if you're tired all the time or having trouble sleeping.
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Safe driving for seniors
Tips for staying safe behind the wheel as you get older.
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How the heat affects seniors
Older people are among those at greatest risk for heat-related illnesses.
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Allergies and asthma
Information on sneezing, wheezing and other breathing problems.
Make summer easier on your lungs with 5 key steps
Breathe easier this summer and learn how to protect yourself from polluted air that could hurt your lungs and overall health.
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Myth or fact: Honey for seasonal allergies
Check out the science behind this common suggestion.
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Traveling with allergies and asthma
Traveling to different parts of the country may expose you to different—and maybe more—allergens and asthma triggers than you're used to.
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Avoiding and treating insect stings
Learn how to avoid insect stings and what to do if you get stung.
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Hay fever quiz
If you have hay fever, what are you actually allergic to? Test your smarts about seasonal allergies with this quiz.
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Arthritis
Information on arthritis and other conditions that affect the joints.
Keep your joints moving (video)
Surgery may be the answer if a painful joint is slowing you down.
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Five tips for disabled travelers
Know what your airline can—and should—do for you.
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A guide to total hip replacement
Why and how it's done.
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Get your home ready for hip surgery
Pave the way to a smooth recovery with these five ways to prep your space.
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Gardening with arthritis
Don't let arthritis keep you from enjoying your garden.
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Cancer
Information about cancer types, treatments and prevention strategies.
Cancer screening could save your life (video)
Take the time to get tested.
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Lung cancer rates now higher among some women versus men
Findings show new cancer cases are bucking a historical trend.
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ACS updates colorectal cancer screening guidelines
Young people are at higher risk than previously thought.
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Sun safety (infographic)
Sun exposure is a preventable skin cancer risk factor.
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Skin cancer quiz
Can skin cancer be prevented? Test your knowledge with this quiz.
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Children and parenting
Tips for keeping kids healthy.
Summer safety for kids
Five safety zones parents should keep in mind this summer.
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Trampoline trauma: Kids under 6 most likely to get hurt
Thousands are hurt every year, sometimes seriously.
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Hot cars are no place for kids—even in the shade
More than half of children who die of heatstroke in a car are left in the vehicle by a forgetful caregiver.
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How to keep your baby's bottles clean
Proper washing helps protect your little one from germs. But do you know how?
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Have kids, will travel
Tips for taking your kids on vacation.
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Diabetes
Helpful tips for people with diabetes.
Diabetes: Taking care of your skin
Up to one-third of people with diabetes are eventually affected by skin conditions ranging from itchiness to serious infections.
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Diabetes: Protect your feet (video)
People with diabetes shouldn't go barefoot. Make sure you always wear comfortable shoes and socks.
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Diabetes and air travel
Review the guidelines before taking diabetes supplies on an airplane.
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Driving with diabetes
Taking a few precautions can help you stay safe on the road.
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What is Charcot foot?
A condition often linked to nerve damage caused by diabetes.
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Heart health
Information about heart attack, stroke and other cardiovascular conditions.
Heart health: What is a stress test?
An exercise stress test can show how well your heart performs and detect problems that can be treated.
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Exercise or body size: What matters more for your heart?
The findings about weight loss were somewhat surprising.
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For health and flavor, fish is a keeper
Certain kinds of fish may help lessen the risk of heart disease and stroke.
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How to get a good blood pressure reading at home
Some mistakes can throw your numbers off by up to 50 points.
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Sodium sources (infographic)
Foods don't have to taste salty to be high in sodium.
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Men's health
Health information especially for men.
Sunburn: More than just red skin
Sunburn is a warning sign that your skin has sustained serious damage.
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Don't let bacteria crash summer cookouts
Bacteria multiply quickly in the hot summer heat. Here's how to reduce the risk of food poisoning at your outdoor cookouts.
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Vacationers beware: Don't jump into that hotel swimming pool just yet
Swallowing just a mouthful of pool water might make otherwise healthy kids and adults sick for days.
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Hot spots: How to avoid heat illness
What you can do to stay safe when the temperature rises.
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Medicines can make skin sun-sensitive
Certain medicines can make skin more vulnerable to damage or allergic reactions when exposed to sunlight.
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Nutrition and fitness
Tips for eating right, staying active and maintaining a healthy weight.
Hydration facts (infographic)
Don't wait to hydrate. Find out if you're getting enough water—and how to get your share.
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Coffee: Hazardous to your health or something to savor?
Many studies have investigated if coffee is good or bad for your health. The news is pretty good!
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True or false: Debunking gluten myths
Learn more about what it takes to be on a gluten-free diet.
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Probiotics: Healthy or just hype?
Turns out, they're pretty good for you! But they're not all created equal.
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How to cut corn off the cob (video)
Try this safe and mess-free tip.
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Women's health
Health information especially for women.
Women: Do you need a dietary supplement?
A healthy diet is key, but some women may also benefit from supplements.
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Vacationers beware: Don't jump into that hotel swimming pool just yet
Swallowing just a mouthful of pool water might make otherwise healthy kids and adults sick for days.
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Hair products popular with black women have high levels of toxic chemicals
In most cases, labels don't list ingredients that disrupt hormones.
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Sun safety (infographic)
Sun exposure is a preventable skin cancer risk factor.
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Exercise, hot weather can be a dangerous mix
Have fun outdoors, but stay cool.
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