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Aging
Health information especially for seniors.
Fall vaccines fend off viruses
Avoid flu, COVID-19 and RSV. (2 min. read)
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Recipe for risk: When food and medications don’t mix
Put medication safety on your menu. (3 min. read)
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Know the signs of Alzheimer's disease
Some memory lapses are normal. (2 min. read)
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Shield yourself from the flu
You can't outrun the flu virus. But there's one thing you can do. (33 sec. video)
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9 facts and myths about aging
Discover what's true, and what's not, about life after 60. (4 min. read)
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Allergies and asthma
Information on sneezing, wheezing and other breathing problems.
Don't let asthma, allergies ruin your winter holidays
Tips for avoiding allergens from holiday foods and decorations. (4 min. read)
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Asthma: A guide to inhalers and nebulizers
Inhalers and nebulizers are important tools for managing asthma and other airway diseases. (2 min. read)
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Cold vs. allergy quiz
Is it a cold or an allergy? Take this quiz. (3 min. read)
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Dining out with food allergies
Following a few safety tips can help you avoid an allergic reaction when you eat at a restaurant. (5 min. read)
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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. (4 min. read)
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Arthritis
Information on arthritis and other conditions that affect the joints.
Your aching hands: Is it arthritis?
Discover what you can do to ease the pain. (4 min. read)
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How to talk to your doctor about hip pain
Get ready to answer and ask some important questions. (2 min. read)
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Planning for total knee replacement
Prep for a safe recovery. (1 min. 37 sec. video)
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Arthritis and food quiz
How can foods affect arthritis, and which ones should you avoid? (2 min. read)
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Understanding gout
This painful joint disease typically starts with swelling in the big toe. (3 min. read)
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Cancer
Information about cancer types, treatments and prevention strategies.
Lung cancer: Causes and symptoms
To reduce your chances of developing lung cancer, avoid every risk factor you can. (3 min. read)
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Alcohol and cancer: What you need to know
Any alcohol use raises cancer risk. (2 min. read)
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Try, try again to stop smoking
It often takes multiple attempts at smashing a cigarette habit. (27 sec. video)
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What to know about breast density
Dense breasts are common. (2 min. read)
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What is lymphedema?
Fluid buildup in the arms or legs can be dangerous. (2 min. read)
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Children and parenting
Tips for keeping kids healthy.
Avoiding illness at school
The common cold is just one of the germs that can show up in schools. (3 min. read)
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Time for a vaccine? How to ease kids' fear of needles
Try these seven tips for easier vaccinations. (2 min. read)
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The ABCD's of taking meds at school
Parents can work with school staff to help a child cope with a medical condition. (2 min. read)
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How to cope with motion sickness
Choosing the right seat helps. (3 min. read)
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E-cigarettes quiz
Is your e-cig safer than a pack of smokes? Find out the facts in this quiz. (2 min. read)
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Diabetes
Helpful tips for preventing or living with diabetes.
Dine wisely with diabetes during the holidays
You can enjoy your favorite foods if you follow these tips. (1 min. read)
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Tired, achy legs might signal peripheral artery disease
This common disorder can be serious, but it's often overlooked. (3 min. read)
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Diabetes and air travel
Review the guidelines before taking diabetes supplies on an airplane. (2 min. read)
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Diabetes myths
Separate the truths from these common myths about diabetes. (2 min. read)
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How diabetes affects teeth
Uncontrolled diabetes can harm your teeth and gums. (3 min. read)
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Heart health
Information about heart attack, stroke and other cardiovascular conditions.
Heart-healthy cooking
How to be heart-smart in the kitchen. (4 min. read)
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Preventing the flu when you have heart disease
If you have heart disease, flu can be serious. (3 min. read)
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Winterize your heart
Cold weather makes your heart work harder. (2 min. read)
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Quitting smoking: The first day
Tips to help you make it through your first day as a nonsmoker. (3 min. read)
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Are you at risk for a heart attack?
Learn how to lower your chances of having a heart attack. (7 min. read)
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Men's health
Health information especially for men.
Wellness hacks for the workplace
Small changes add up. (3 min. read)
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Cold remedies that work
Six tips for feeling better. (2 min. read)
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Save your lungs: Stop smoking
When you stop smoking, your body starts healing. (42 sec. video)
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Understanding benign prostatic hyperplasia
This problem is common among older men, but it's also highly treatable. (3 min. read)
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Avoid holiday fires
Make sure your decorations aren't a fire hazard. (2 min. read)
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Nutrition and fitness
Tips for eating right, staying active and maintaining a healthy weight.
Hot slow cooker tips for cooler days
Set it, forget it and come home to comfort. (2 min. read)
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Fitness ideas that fit your schedule
Mini workouts make every minute count. (3 min. read)
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Try these bone-building exercises
Fight osteoporosis with these moves. (1 min. read)
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Balance exercises
Balance exercises can help older adults stay on their feet and avoid falls. (3 min. read)
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Stretching quiz
Can you tell fact from fiction in this stretching quiz? (3 min. read)
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Women's health
Health information especially for women.
5 ways to fight the winter blues
These happiness hacks can boost your mood. (3 min. read)
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Save your skin this winter
Lower temps and humidity can make skin itch, flake, crack and even bleed. Learn what you can do. (2 min. read)
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Recognize the signs of breast cancer
Know your normal. (2 min. read)
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Could it be PCOS?
Unwanted hair growth could be a sign of PCOS. (1 min. read)
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Signs and symptoms of a miscarriage
How common are miscarriages? (3 min. read)
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