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Aging

Health information especially for seniors.

Layer up! Seniors are especially vulnerable to hypothermia. (4 min. read)

Put these healthy aging tips into practice. (2 min. read)

Although you need fewer calories as you age, you'll still need to eat a well-balanced, nutritious diet. (3 min. read)

Take steps to avoid falls. (2 min. read)

Exercise your knowledge of senior fitness with this quiz. (3 min. read)

Allergies and asthma

Information on sneezing, wheezing and other breathing problems.

Is going gluten-free on your mind? Get the facts with this quiz before you decide. (3 min. read)

Differentiating sinus pain from other types of headaches isn’t always easy. (2 min. read)

How to keep your indoor air clean. (1 min. read)

It only takes one bite to cause a health emergency. (4 min. read)

Help keep mold from taking hold where you live. (2 min. read)

Arthritis

Information on arthritis and other conditions that affect the joints.

Just be sure to listen to your body. (3 min. read)

5 questions and answers to help you decide. (2 min. read)

A pain-management plan may make living with arthritis easier. (2 min. read)

Fish and other foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids are natural disease fighters. (4 min. read)

Activity can help reduce arthritis pain, but only if you stick with it. Skip the kinds that bore you and find a new favorite. (22 sec. video)

Cancer

Information about cancer types, treatments and prevention strategies.

You're more likely to successfully kick the habit if you prepare ahead of time. (3 min. read)

An overview of the options for treating cervical cancer. (3 min. read)

Most people with thyroid cancer have an excellent prognosis. (3 min. read)

Get answers to common questions about this disease. (5 min. read)

Use this tool to learn more about the pros and cons of genetic testing. (3 min. read)

Children and parenting

Tips for keeping kids healthy.

Your time is the best gift. (3 min. read)

Tips for keeping the family active indoors or outdoors. (3 min. read)

Parents: Keep kids safe and warm in car seats. (2 min. read)

Consider these simple strategies. (1 min. read)

Learn how to give medicine the right way, at the right time and in the right amount.

Diabetes

Helpful tips for preventing or living with diabetes.

If you have diabetes, you may want to pay special attention to food labels. (2 min. read)

Your diabetes needs extra care when you're ill. (4 min. read)

Find answers to common questions. (3 min. read)

What can you eat when you have diabetes? (4 min. read)

Walking 4 mph cut risk by almost 40%. (2 min. read)

Heart health

Information about heart attack, stroke and other cardiovascular conditions.

A heart-healthy diet is full of yummy options. Watch to learn what's on the menu. (19 sec. video)

Does your cuff fit correctly? (4 min. read)

Try these seven dietary strategies for your heart's sake. (3 min. read)

Too much salt in your diet? Here are some ways to cut back. (4 min. read)

Exercise is often a significant part of a person's heart disease treatment plan. (3 min. read)

Men's health

Health information especially for men.

Calculate how many calories you're burning with your exercise program. (1 min. read)

Find five ways to boost your resilience. (3 min. read)

Should you take a daily vitamin? (3 min. read)

Two of the keys are perseverance and patience. (3 min. read)

Watch for these red flags. (4 min. read)

Nutrition and fitness

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

Diets are a temporary solution. Find out what to do instead. (3 min. read)

Discover how to overcome the hurdles that keep you from exercising regularly. (4 min. read)

How much is too much? (3 min. read)

You don’t have to spend a lot of money. (2 min. read)

Roasted veggies make a great addition to any spread, and they're a snap to prepare. (45 sec. video)

Women's health

Health information especially for women.

Kiss chapped lips goodbye. (2 min. read)

Gifts are easy to return, but getting rid of holiday pounds takes effort. (3 min. read)

Protect skin when the weather turns cold. (3 min. read)

Home remedies often help. (2 min. read)

The news is better than you might realize. (1 min. read)

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