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Aging

Health information especially for seniors.

Heavy alcohol use is a major cause of serious, long-term liver disease in the United States.

These shots may provide a better immune response.

Help protect yourself from stroke.

But they're not for everyone with hearing loss.

Why you should consider boosting your social ties.

Allergies and asthma

Information on sneezing, wheezing and other breathing problems.

The right treatment given at the right time can head off serious episodes.

Doctors recommend the shot every fall for people with asthma.

Many substances can pollute your indoor air.

During an asthma flare-up, changes inside your lungs bring on breathing troubles.

Differentiating sinus pain from other types of headaches isn’t always easy.

Arthritis

Information on arthritis and other conditions that affect the joints.

Signs it may be arthritis.

Protecting yourself from the flu should be a priority if you have a condition such as rheumatoid arthritis or lupus.

Learn about the connection and get tips on prevention.

From medication to exercise, what helps?

See some exercise options that are easy on your joints.

Cancer

Information about cancer types, treatments and prevention strategies.

It's important to find positive ways to deal with your feelings about breast cancer.

Most breast lumps are not cancerous.

Regular screenings help find breast cancer early, when it's often easier to treat.

Chemotherapy, which uses drugs to destroy cancer cells, may be used alone or with other treatments for cancer.

Knowing what to look for may be an important first step in defeating the disease.

Children and parenting

Tips for keeping kids healthy.

Make meal planning a joint effort.

What parents can do.

Be good to yourself and your baby.

Head lice affect millions of school-aged children each year.

Take action before cold and flu germs get here.

Diabetes

Helpful tips for preventing or living with diabetes.

Try not to sit in one place for longer than 30 minutes.

Healthy habits can help you prevent this disease and its complications.

Early detection and treatment of kidney trouble can help prevent or delay chronic kidney disease.

A disruption in the digestive process that is often caused by diabetes.

This common problem is caused by damaged nerves, usually in the hands and feet.

Heart health

Information about heart attack, stroke and other cardiovascular conditions.

Using your target heart rate can help you exercise hard enough to improve your fitness level but not so hard that it's dangerous.

These seven habits help put heart health on the menu.

What to do when diabetes and heart conditions collide.

A malfunction of your heart's electrical system may cause it to beat too quickly, too slowly or erratically.

Learn what to expect from surgery to implant a pacemaker.

Men's health

Health information especially for men.

Depression can strike any man at any age.

Try these tips for striking a healthier balance.

Learning the facts about lightning can help you protect yourself and others.

Breast cancer isn't common among men, but it can happen.

This serious—but treatable—sleep disorder affects an estimated 30 million American adults.

Nutrition and fitness

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

Tips for parents and coaches.

Perform your best with the right foods and hydration.

Eat this snack to increase your daily fiber.

When it comes to strength training, can you tell the myths from the facts?

How to harvest affordable fruits and veggies.

Women's health

Health information especially for women.

Here’s when to take your second test.

Try these suggestions for a better test.

There's a reason to see your doctor before quitting gluten.

Discover advice and resources to help you get through this time.

Here’s why these shots are important.

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