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Today’s treatments offer powerful options.
Keep things positive and listen closely to strengthen your relationship.
Separate fact from fiction about this all-too-common disease.
Focus on improving the quality of life.
Take control of bladder and pelvic issues and get on with your busy life.
Don’t let embarrassment stand in the way of better pelvic health.
Being heart smart could be a lifesaver
With know-how, you can lower your cancer risk.
Abdominal pain? Listen to your gut.
Know your options to make your best treatment decision.
Smoking and drinking alcohol pose the greatest risks.
Stuffy noses can lead to serious sleep issues.
Hormones could be behind your weight gain or loss.
Put the odds in your favor with regular screenings.
Daylight Saving Time: How to deal with what we love to hate.
Anemia is the most common blood disorder — and it’s easily treatable.
Are you at risk for this common, painful condition?
We shine some light on the best ways to beat Seasonal Affective Disorder.
When you can’t talk, here’s what you can do.
Icky? Yes! Critical to your good health? Absolutely yes!
Get to know your SI joint and how to protect it.
- Arthritis/Osteoarthritis
- Back and Spine
- Bone and Joint Health
- Health Topics
- Joint Conditions/Injuries/Treatment
- Joint Pain/Pain Management
- Osteoarthritis
How to manage shooting pain, tingling and weakness.
Don’t head outdoors until you know the facts!
- Cardiology And Vascular Health
- Health Topics
- Heart And Vascular Disease Prevention
- Heart Disease Risk Factors
High cholesterol doesn’t discriminate.
Urine leakage and pelvic organ prolapse are common but not normal. Check to see if you’re at risk.
They’re fun, but they can be dangerous. Help your feet fight back!
Everybody into the pool — after you know the water safety rules.
If your heart loses the beat, new treatment advances can get it back to a regular rhythm.
There’s more than one way to give birth, however you’ve done it before!
Delayed osteoarthritis treatment can lead to permanent joint damage and other serious health problems.
Taking a few safety precautions can save you pain and suffering.
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Know the triggers, the signs and how to get help.
How they’re alike and how they’re different.
The bottom line on the safety and benefit of immunizations.
Tips to understand and manage blood glucose levels.
Confused about diabetes? We help you figure it out.
Consider this your wake-up call to make some healthy changes.
The more you know, the better you can protect your skin
A recent rise in cases demands your attention.
A change in diet may help you manage the symptoms of IBS.
Have Heartburn More than Twice a Week? Maybe It’s Time to Call Your Doctor
Experts say “drink up” – just not too much!
Here’s help to kick the habit
He can get over the embarrassment — and get on with his life.
If you’re 50 or older, chances are 50-50 you’ll get breast calcifications.
Up to half of all women have breast changes that aren’t cancer.
Learn effective ways to treat symptoms and lower your risk of catching a cold.
Antibiotics save lives, but why are some not working anymore?
- Allergies, Asthma, and Lung
- Health Topics
- Infectious Disease
- Prevention
- Treatment
- Understanding Infectious Diseases
Don’t let pneumonia get the best of you.
Avoid the “chipmunk look” with vaccination and good hygiene.
It’s good for you and everyone around you.
Know the warning signs of this potentially deadly, debilitating disease.
- After Hours Clinics
- Health Topics
- Infectious Disease
- Prevention
- Treatment
- Understanding Infectious Diseases
- Your Family's Health
Take steps to prevent the flu and minimize symptoms when you’re infected.
- Anxiety
- Cardiology And Vascular Health
- Emotional Health
- Health Topics
- Heart And Vascular Disease Prevention
- Stress
- Stroke
- Stroke And Other Vascular Diseases
- Stroke Prevention
Why too much of a good thing can be dangerous.
Protect yourself and your kids to enjoy fun in the sun.
Get your medical information and contact your doctor where you want, whenever you want.
Use these guidelines when seeking a medical professional as your partner in health.
It increases your risk for chronic diseases and sleep-related conditions.
Sleep disruptions can affect your mood.
Your baby can keep you up at night, even before she’s born.
Are you getting the right amount?
Get good sleep when you work second or third shift.
Can’t sleep? Try working out — at just the right time.
Sleeping pills have more “cautions” than a construction site.
To dodge the itch, learn how to recognize and avoid poison ivy, poison oak, and poison sumac.
Get the most out of life at any age by eating right.
What you should know before you buy one.
It doesn’t make the lists for heart health or brain health.
Your mom was right — don’t pick your nose!
You can overcome the emotional drive to eat.
Should you stretch your wallet to buy organic food? Learn more to make the best decision for you.
Eat right and kick kidney stone pain to the curb.
- Arthritis/Osteoarthritis
- Bone and Joint Health
- Diet and Nutrition
- Health Topics
- Osteoarthritis
- Special Health Conditions
The right diet can ease or prevent the symptoms of arthritis
Forget fads! When it comes to dieting, trendy doesn’t take the pounds off.
How do you know when morning sickness is something to be worried about? And how do you treat it?
Tracking and diagnosing headaches can lead to the right treatment plan for you.
Genetics may make you more susceptible to weather-triggered headaches.
Protect yourself and your baby with proper care and treatment.
With the promise of infertility treatments comes the increased chance of multiple births and the risks they pose
- Baby on the Way
- Diet and Nutrition
- Health Topics
- Prenatal Care
- Special Health Conditions
- Staying Healthy
You are what you eat – and so is your baby. Follow these important dietary guidelines to ensure both of you get what you need.
To help your baby sleep safely, remember that less is more.
Safe sleep practices never take a holiday
Find out if what you’re experiencing is more than just “baby blues.”
A safe night’s sleep starts with having separate beds for your babies.
Follow these do’s and don’ts when putting together your shopping list for the newborn.
Keep your infant safe by giving all bumpers the bump!
Safe babywearing starts with these easy tips.
Other causes make up 40 percent of dementia cases.
Highly fit women are nearly 90 percent less likely to develop dementia.
A doctor visit can often give you the answers you need.
Drugs can lower your breast cancer risk by a third.
- Cancer
- Cancer Information for Women
- Cancer Prevention
- Cancer Treatment
- Gynecologic Cancer
- Health Topics
Your best defense is getting screened.
Pay attention to early signs of this serious skin cancer.
- Cancer
- Cancer Diagnosis
- Cancer Information for Women
- Cancer Treatment
- Gynecologic Cancer
- Health Topics
A gynecologic oncologist explains the typical process.
Though relatively rare, it affects mainly young and middle-aged men.
- Cancer Information for Women
- Endometriosis
- Getting Pregnant
- Health Topics
- Infertility
- Uniquely Female
What you need to know for your good health.
A little knowledge goes a long way.
- Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer and Genetic Counseling
- Cancer
- Cancer Information for Women
- Cancer Prevention
- Gynecologic Cancer
- Health Topics
Mom had breast cancer. Should I be tested?
- Back and Spine
- Back Pain
- Bone and Joint Health
- Health Topics
- Joint Conditions/Injuries/Treatment
- Osteoarthritis
Is it difficult to stand up straight?
- Breast Cancer
- Breast Health
- Cancer
- Cancer Diagnosis
- Gynecologic Cancer
- Health Topics
- Uniquely Female
Learn the risk factors you can change — and those you can’t.
- Cardiology And Vascular Health
- Diet and Nutrition
- Health Topics
- Heart And Vascular Disease Prevention
- Special Health Conditions
- Vascular Health
Follow these dos and dont's to protect your arteries and heart.
Find out if you or a loved one qualify for this new lung cancer screening test.
Being overweight can put you and your baby at risk.
Know Your Risk and Take Steps to Prevent Diabetes.
Get control of your diabetes, day by day.
The longer you wait to get tested, the greater your risk.
Get moving to help keep your blood sugar in the normal range.
How – and why – the two may be connected.
Think you’re too young to have a stroke? Think again.
These flexible mesh tubes help keep narrowed arteries open and blood flowing.
A loss of blood flow to the brain can cause slight or severe damage, depending on location and duration of the stroke.
Learn more about recovery with stroke rehab, the rehab team and choosing a place for rehab.
Three simple vascular screening tests could have life-saving results.
Technology comes to the rescue when every moment matters.
Balance, Eyes, Face drooping, Arm weakness, Speech slurring and Time: Remember these stroke signs and what to do.
Do everything you can to protect yourself from having a stroke.
Separate fact from fiction when it comes to stroke, a leading cause of death and disability in the U.S.
What are the causes and cures of cloudy vision?
Preventing migraines may reduce your long-term risk of stroke.
A little Botox® could save the day for migraine sufferers.
Are headaches more common in women? The answer is yes, and here’s why.
There’s no quick fix to chronic headache symptoms, but you and your doctor can find solutions together.
What you need to know about this serious injury.
For your life’s sake, know and heed the signs of a burst brain aneurysm.
Find out with calcium scoring. It’s quick and painless.
How to tell the difference between an annoying headache and a health concern.
Integrating alternative treatments with conventional medicine provides relief for some headache sufferers.
New research reveals asthma’s role
After a fall or car crash, get headache help with medicine, therapy and self-care.
Prevent shingles before it becomes a “pain in the rash.”
Are dietary supplements always necessary? How do you know if they’re safe?
Prevent unsafe interactions by talking with your doctor about everything you take.
GERD is a leading cause of this condition, which can raise the risk of cancer.
Learn how to help your teen avoid sleep deprivation.
Hang in there, mom and dad. It gets better with time.
Why you need to brush up on your CPR skills
- Cardiology And Vascular Health
- Fitness and Exercise
- Health Topics
- Heart Health
- Injury/Illness
- Understanding Heart Disease
AEDs can be a lifesaver in the critical minutes following sudden cardiac arrest.
Strengthen your bones to fight fractures.
Afraid you won’t make it to the bathroom? Learn what you can do about incontinence
Just wear a pad? Wrong! Learn about the myths — and solutions — for urine leakage.
Endometriosis? Cysts? Fibroids? What’s the difference?
No matter what anyone says, menopause mood swings aren’t all in your head!
Find a breast lump? Your first thought should not be cancer.
Is surgery really the only way to diagnose endometriosis?
It’s a safe defense against genital warts and cancers.
Why you want to know about your blood flow
A guide to the causes, diagnosis and treatment of congenital heart defects.
A healthy you begins with a healthy heart.
- Cardiology And Vascular Health
- Diet and Nutrition
- Health Topics
- Heart And Vascular Disease Prevention
- Heart Health
The best advice? Caffeine in moderation — and check with your doctor
Saving a life is all about preparation.
- Cardiology And Vascular Health
- Diabetes
- Health Topics
- Heart And Vascular Disease Prevention
- Heart Disease Risk Factors
- Heart Health
- Vascular Health
Tracking your heart health can save your life.
A thyroid problem can cause heart disease.
When you have diabetes, your risk for heart disease goes up significantly.
Dizziness and fainting can be signs of heart disease.
- Cardiology And Vascular Health
- Diabetes
- Health Topics
- Stroke And Other Vascular Diseases
- Vascular Health
Leg pain that nags you while you walk and stops when you rest may be trying to tell you something. Listen.
Be aware that the pill can pack a mean punch.
Fats may be equal in calories, but they can have very different effects on our health.
Regular check-ups are key to a full and active life.
- Cardiology And Vascular Health
- Health Topics
- Heart Disease Risk Factors
- Heart Health
- Understanding Heart Disease
- Vascular Health
Learn how family and ethnic background impact your risk for heart and vascular disease.
Learn what makes leg veins less efficient and what to do about it.
- Cardiology And Vascular Health
- Health Topics
- Heart And Vascular Disease Prevention
- Stroke And Other Vascular Diseases
- Vascular Health
Who knew a trip to the Cracker Barrel might help prevent a blood clot?
Get important clues from how your fear affects your life.
- Bone and Joint Health
- Fitness and Exercise
- Health Topics
- Hip Arthritis
- Joint Conditions/Injuries/Treatment
- Joint Pain/Pain Management
- Knee Pain
Your running days don’t have to be over!
Emotional triggers can set off heart attack-like symptoms.
- Cardiology And Vascular Health
- Health Topics
- Heart And Vascular Disease Prevention
- Heart Disease Risk Factors
My blood pressure is always too high! What can I do?
Being prepared can help reduce your anxiety.
Know your risk to win the fight against the silent killer.
Early treatment and follow-up care can improve MS outlook.
Now’s your chance to get protection if you’re in this age group.
- Baby on the Way
- Bladder and Pelvic Health
- Getting Pregnant
- Infertility
- Labor and Delivery
- Uniquely Female
Some affect fertility; others are symptomless.
- Back and Spine
- Bone and Joint Health
- Health Topics
- Joint Conditions/Injuries/Treatment
- Joint Pain/Pain Management
Learn how to ease the aggravating symptoms of this common ailment.
Stretching, strengthening and cardio are all good for your joints.
Osteoarthritis may not be curable, but your doctor can help you find relief from its grip.
Supplements can help or harm, so seek your doctor’s guidance.
Is cancer in your family genes?
Learn what's safe and not safe to do while breastfeeding.
Help the men in your life get the support they need.
This common skin infection can get serious if not treated right away.
Everything you need to know about how your stomach, intestines and other organs turn food into power for your body.
What causes these painful stones and how to prevent and treat them.
Choose your words carefully when talking with someone with diabetes.
Reduce your discomfort – and embarrassment – with these helpful tips.
Learn the ins and outs of keeping healthy lungs and preventing bronchiectasis.
These simple hand and wrist exercises will help you maintain or regain strength.
Smart lifestyle choices can help medications work better.
A pacifier can be your baby’s go-to for soothing relief – but be aware of the risks, too.
Learn how gout is diagnosed and treated, and how you can ease the symptoms.
Take care of yourself so you can take care of those who count on you.
Prevention starts with polyps
Know your risk factors—and what you can control.
How sleep apnea can harm your health.
Inspire your children to be fit for life by getting active together.
Avoid your riding mower and watch your fitness level rise.
Compare Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes with this quick-view chart.
Not everything you’ve heard may be true – but diet can have a role in outbreaks.
Moisturize and dress your little one for the stresses of cold, dry winter air.
Shellfish aren’t the only seafood to beware of at the dinner table.
Know the signs to look for and how bone cancer is diagnosed and treated.
Aside from pain, these two kinds of arthritis share little in common.
When home treatments don’t work, see your doctor.
What should you do when your brown eyes turn pink?
Could this colorful tape help relieve your muscle pain?
Take care of yourself – and seek help from family, friends, and professionals.
Learn how to reset your body clock for a good night’s sleep.
Take charge and don’t let social pressures influence your self-worth.
What’s in the flakes you catch on your tongue?
Learn about common skin infections and how to avoid and treat them.
Tampons aren’t the only cause, and women aren’t the only ones at risk.
The Mediterranean diet uses food as the ultimate health booster.
Is that stomach pain just indigestion — or a sign of something more serious?
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Know the varieties, symptoms, and risks of this surprisingly common cancer.
Work with your doctor to help make sure your developing baby has enough.
- Back and Spine
- Bone and Joint Health
- Cardiology And Vascular Health
- Health Topics
- Joint Conditions/Injuries/Treatment
- Joint Pain/Pain Management
- Vascular Health
One of these two very different conditions could be the cause of your leg pain.
Learn how to shorten your fitness workout and get better results!
Work with your health care provider to find the foods that work best for you.
Defend yourself and your family from this common but potentially serious bacterial infection.
Early testing and intervention can make a difference for a lifetime.
Seeing silver scales on your skin? You’re not alone.
Drugs – not the stork – might help bring you a baby.
Be prepared if this common injury happens to you.
Sure, it may hurt, but deep breathing and coughing prevent lung infections.
Take common-sense steps to keep your young athlete in the game.
Considered useless no more, your appendix may protect your immune system.
Diet, exercise and taking prescribed medicine are your best bets.
What every parent needs to know about baby walker safety.
Team up with your health care provider to manage heart disease.
Survival rates have increased dramatically in 50 years.
A healthy diet and regular exercise can help lessen the symptoms of PMDD.
Your age is the key to when to start — and how often to get screened.
Baby blues or dreams come true?
- Arthritis/Osteoarthritis
- Back and Spine
- Back Pain
- Bone and Joint Health
- Health Topics
- Joint Conditions/Injuries/Treatment
- Joint Pain/Pain Management
- Spine Health
Women are at less risk than men for ankylosing spondylitis.
These benign skin markings can be annoying, but they’re harmless.
Over-the-counter medications may be the best option in most cases.
Dizziness and vertigo can throw you for a loop. This therapy can help.
People with diabetes are twice as likely to have hearing loss.
Take steps now to improve your heart health for a lifetime.
IUI or IVF? Understand the differences in these fertility treatments.
Get the scoop on what poop color, frequency, shape, and consistency can tell you.
Don’t let uncontrolled anger damage your health and relationships.
Is this common surgery the right choice for you?
Waking up with a headache and a sore jaw could be signs you have bruxism.
Typically not worrisome, this common skin condition is one sign of aging.
Plan carefully for a new life by following these key steps.
Prevent complications by closely monitoring growth and changes.
Is this advanced fertility procedure right for you?
What is causing that burning, stinging sensation in your arm?
They’re crucial to development, preventing disease and overall well-being.
The focus on improved quality of life helps you live as fully and comfortably as possible.
They’re much more common for men than women, but we all need to watch our backs – and spines.
Learn about the varieties of hypersomnias, including narcolepsy — their causes, symptoms and treatment.
Seizures and medication side effects may contribute to the confusion.
Are you “feeling the burn” too long after your workout? Beware of rhabdomyolysis.
For better or worse, all marriages need tending.
Your small intestine doesn’t adequately absorb nutrients from the food you eat.
You can slow the effects of aging skin and help lessen sun damage.
How bones and joints benefit from massage.
What you need to know to feel confident when your body’s changing.
Are those annoying spots on your hands broadcasting your age to the world?
Is your baby at risk for a genetic disorder?
Problems occur when food is digested too slowly.
When nothing else works, an injection could be the answer.
Calming yourself is the first step in prevention.
Is it really better than other types of water?
Early detection and treatment improves the chances of a successful outcome.
Advice on what to do about these most unwelcome guests.
Get answers to 6 questions about this common but very bothersome condition.
Discover how volunteering pays you!
At home and at the salon, it pays to follow these tips.
Why drastically reducing carbs is not the most effective solution to weight loss and cholesterol-lowering.
Make healthier food choices by taking food labels one bite at a time.
Discover whether you can drink safely with diabetes.
And here’s what you can do to protect your knees.
Breathe easy when you know the facts and when it’s time for emergency care.
Now there’s one more (very good) reason to get a good night’s sleep.
Stay in control of your diabetes by keeping track of your numbers.
The pros and cons of trying to get a boost from supplements.
Even before the stick turns blue, your body might give you subtle clues.
Let your nutrition choices fill you with strength, not stress, after baby.
Breathe easier when you know the facts about lung disease.
Learn how to get past difficult situations – and how to help your children build resilience.
And, by the way, the familiar “pool smell” is not chlorine.
Five ways to cope when both your kids and parents need you.
Do I need more bacteria in my gut?
Even kids who show no signs of vision problems should have their eyes checked regularly.
How to decide when a medicine is best for you — and for baby, too!
4 tips to help you minimize any problems with your meds.
- Bone and Joint Health
- Fitness and Exercise
- Health Topics
- Injury/Illness
- Joint Conditions/Injuries/Treatment
- Knee Pain
- Staying Active
A common hazard of sports, tears also happen due to time’s wear and tear.
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Tremors, slow movements and problems with balance/walking are a few of the signs.
The sun vs. tanning bed: Does one put you at less risk of skin cancer?
A recent study suggests your body will be ready when you are.
If so, here’s advice to help your child thrive.
Take heart! Small steps can lead to big improvements.
The names sound alike, so make sure you get the care you need.
Are you doing enough to protect your precious eyes?
It can impair your ability to read, drive, watch TV or do close-up work.
Did you know that our tears are essential to good eye health?
If your life’s a blur, maybe it’s time for an eye check-up.
Tips on fighting back when you’re floored by the stomach bug.
How can you manage cancer that cannot be cured?
This could be the one luxury you can’t live without!
Learn how to prevent diabetic neuropathy — or how to live with it.
How to choose a safe, supportive place for baby to play and grow.
Before baby gets checked from head to toe, here’s what you need to know.
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CPAP is the “gold standard” for sleep apnea therapy, but it’s not for everyone.
Reduce your anxiety by knowing what to expect.
What it is — and why your doctor might suggest you get one.
Learn how to defend yourself and family against this serious illness.
This chronic skin condition isn’t curable, but you can manage the symptoms.
Learn what foods to eat — and those to avoid — to ease that “time of the month.”
If you can’t predict your cycle, you need to learn about these.
Choose a workout routine that prepares you for your daily life.
The basics of getting baby from “mess” to “dressed.”
Get outdoors and give your brain a boost.
I think my friend is being abused. How can I help?
Do your friends pay more attention to their phones than to you? You’re not alone.
How to tame your wild things with love and limits.
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Think good bone health matters only for the elderly? Think again!
- Arthritis/Osteoarthritis
- Bone and Joint Health
- Fitness and Exercise
- Health Topics
- Joint Pain/Pain Management
You can benefit from exercise despite injuries or mobility issues.
Follow these six tips to empower your child.
Are you protecting your fertility?
Take steps to help the teens you love.
Stale air to animal hair can lower the quality of the air in your home.
Start reaping the rewards of calm and relaxation today.
Injection or pump? Learn which may work best for you.
A drink a day is a good rule of thumb.
Is your heart on hyperdrive?
Buy what’s good for your body and your budget.
They can offer post-workout relief and help out at work.
Know the signs so you can get the help you need.
Learn how to lower your risk and how genetic counseling can help.
What causes bronchitis? How do acute and chronic bronchitis differ?
- Back and Spine
- Back Pain
- Bone and Joint Health
- Health Topics
- Joint Conditions/Injuries/Treatment
- Joint Pain/Pain Management
- Lifestyle
- Prevention
- Spine Health
Take action when your desk job causes back pain.
- Back and Spine
- Back Pain
- Bone and Joint Health
- Joint Conditions/Injuries/Treatment
- Joint Pain/Pain Management
- Spine Health
Knowing what’s causing your neck pain can help you find relief.
This “information highway” connects brain to body.
Stop smoking to reduce wear on spinal disks and prevent pain.
- Back and Spine
- Bone and Joint Health
- Health Topics
- Joint Conditions/Injuries/Treatment
- Joint Pain/Pain Management
It may be an option when leg and back pain get intense.
Reduce your risk of injury by using the right technique.
- Back and Spine
- Bone and Joint Health
- Fitness and Exercise
- Health Topics
- Joint Conditions/Injuries/Treatment
- Joint Pain/Pain Management
Try these easy exercises to ward off dreaded back pain.
Early detection is key to defeating these cancers.
Back? Side? Stomach? However you sleep, alignment is key.
You can take simple steps to skip this infection.
The suspense can be real! Make sure the results are, too.
- Bone and Joint Health
- Hand and Wrist
- Health Topics
- Joint Conditions/Injuries/Treatment
- Joint Pain/Pain Management
- Lifestyle
- Osteoarthritis
How you use your smartphone can be asking for trouble.
Preserving fertility starts before cancer treatment begins
What’s causing that itchy mouth?
How to have “the talk” about hanging up the car keys
A fracture can be the first sign you have osteoporosis.
The pros and cons of welcoming your newborn at home.
This autoimmune disorder can lead to serious health complications if untreated.
Your safety depends on fighting low blood sugar.
What’s normal — and what’s not — about these skin spots.
Seek physical or emotional support near you.
Learn how to live a full life with a bleeding disorder.
Strategies for nursing when your hands (and arms) are full.
Get the facts before you opt for breast enlargement.
The type of depression can matter for effective treatment.
It could ease nighttime achoo-ing and help you sleep.
How do you know if you’ve got mono?
One of these methods may help regulate your irregular periods.
Everyday coping skills everyone can benefit from.
This low-risk test delivers high-value answers.
Know the signs of a narrowing esophagus
Circumcision is a personal choice rooted in social, cultural and religious beliefs.
Do you know the Number 1 and Number 2 essential first steps?
Manage your symptoms and plan ahead so you can enjoy life.
Spending too much time in the bathroom?
Is that nightly glass of wine keeping you healthy — or making you sick?
A regular neck-check by your doctor can detect symptoms early.
These good-for-you steps can help your post-baby body get back to normal.
How to start now to reduce your chance of a high-risk pregnancy
Don't let this painful condition sabotage your sleep!
- Bone and Joint Health
- Fitness and Exercise
- Health Topics
- Joint Conditions/Injuries/Treatment
- Joint Pain/Pain Management
- Your Family's Health
Take these three steps to avoid sprains and strains
Since ovarian cancer gives little or no warning, know what to look for.
Discover how your body is feeding your baby.
Is your teen’s behavior normal or not?
Plan ahead, be proactive — and make it a great year!
By following your treatment plan, your symptoms can improve.
“Hush-a-bye, don’t you cry.” (Please, please, not as we fly!)
Put your devices to work to discover the secrets of a good night’s sleep.
Find strength for your journey with others who know your struggle.
A delicate hormonal balance disrupted.
A heart-pumping workout may be the ticket to hot-flash relief.
Get the right help to get your life back.
Separate fact from fiction for this common condition.
Ask your doctor what’s right for you.
PID could steal your fertility or end a pregnancy.
Your boss may not be the only thing making life miserable at work!
More veggies and fiber can make a difference!
Your genetics increase risk but don’t cause depression.
It’s a vital way only you can help your little one.
How to cope when good life changes cause stress.
When red, purple and blue spell trouble.
Don’t let osteoporosis stop you in your tracks!
The essential info if you’ve caught the travel bug while pregnant.
Thoughtful advice on how to enjoy your time away.
Don’t let this debilitating disease go unnoticed.
What you need to know about this common, yet invisible, disorder.
These treatments can make a difference.
- Bone and Joint Health
- Diet and Nutrition
- Health Topics
- Osteoporosis
- Osteoporosis/Fragility Fractures
Make smart food choices to build up bones, not make them weaker.
You can live a normal life after colorectal cancer
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5 key factors influence your prognosis
- Bone and Joint Health
- Fitness and Exercise
- Health Topics
- Injury/Illness
- Joint Conditions/Injuries/Treatment
- Knee Injury
- Osteoarthritis
- Shoulder
- Sports
Overdoing it a bit? There’s a clue to your tendinitis.
Your bones are not dead! Learn how to strengthen these living tissues.
This tangled web of blood vessels is treatable.
10 tricks to avoid “trich.”
Three cheers for V-A-C-A-TION! Now make sure it’s safe and healthy.
Is a calorie of chocolate the same as a calorie of lettuce?
A flu infection can result in more severe and frequent asthma attacks.
Don’t dread the Pap. It could save your life.
How to know when to take the next step.
Overcome the barriers to getting care when you need it.
Learn how medications may improve bladder control.
Take the itch out of this annoying allergic reaction.
Some good bacteria may improve your digestive health.
Be the one who’s there for her when others don't understand.
It’s popular — but there’s no science to back it up.
The basics haven't changed, but today's mom gets some tech support.
It’s time for a new “talk” about the birds, bees and babies.
Tossing and turning? Could be those cookies you ate a half-hour ago. Darn.
You could have it — but not know it.
- Cardiology And Vascular Health
- Health Topics
- Heart Health
- Understanding Heart Disease
- Vascular Health
How to lower your risk for this life-threatening condition.
Learn what’s normal — and what’s not — about forgetting.
What you eat has a big impact on your brain health.
Is that pain in your stomach just the nachos you scarfed down last night?
Bickering with your bestie? Maybe you’re not getting enough zzz’s.
Noticing mood changes in yourself or an older loved one? It may not be “just” aging.
When you enroll, you help find better ways to treat cancer.
Don’t stress. But get it checked. Now.
How will your doctor know if you have thyroid disease?
Your metabolism could be in overdrive. Find out why.
Your thyroid may be to blame for those tired legs.
Get the straight facts about thyroid disease.
Is my partner the reason I can’t get pregnant?
How to make the season bright, without your jeans getting too tight.
Menopause really can cause memory issues.
Know the symptoms so you can take action fast.
Start by setting boundaries with your boss.
Has stress turned your child’s happy world upside-down?
Know how you respond to manage your reactions in healthy ways.
Caregivers need care, too!
Tips to stay strong in your cancer fight.
Consult your doctor about help to relieve your pain.
Both you and your baby win when you hold your newborn skin to skin.
Can orgasm trigger or relieve a headache? Or both?
Feel more like yourself during treatment with these hair, skin and nail tips.
How to find passion when intercourse is painful.
Are you dying to be thin?
Let your family know how you want to be cared for at the end of life.
Party time isn’t panic time for diabetics. Learn smart survival tips.
Don’t let holiday craziness keep you from getting your all-important zzzzz’s.
When the world is red and green but you’re feeling blue, try these tips to get you through.
Personalized treatments are available to you and your doctor.
Be prepared for colorectal cancer treatment by asking your doctor plenty of questions.
Get started on protecting yourself.
Abnormal vaginal bleeding calls for a doctor visit. Now.
Could your thyroid be the culprit?
Simple tests can avert serious complications.
What to know if you’re feeling less than sexy
Hot or cold – why you should watch the weather.
Here’s motivation to keep moving!
Could infection be the cause of that “gotta go” urge?
- Bone and Joint Health
- Health Topics
- Joint Conditions/Injuries/Treatment
- Joint Pain/Pain Management
- Osteoarthritis
You don’t have to suffer with arthritis pain
Clear your head with a nasal rinse!
Why you’ll want to hop on the scale every morning
Can you tell truth from fiction?
Hysterectomies come with an uninvited guest: menopause
Your baby will thank you.
Trying something new could re-energize your workout.
Ask questions and communicate openly with your doctor.
3 ways medicine can help.
Afterbirth signals your labors are over.
What do you know about this life-long health partner?
Use this prep plan for natural childbirth
What can doctors do if baby won’t budge?
- Cardiology And Vascular Health
- Health Topics
- Heart And Vascular Disease Prevention
- Stroke And Other Vascular Diseases
- Vascular Health
How to recognize and treat a potentially deadly blood clot.
Effective solutions can help avoid embarrassment and make life more comfortable.
- Cardiology And Vascular Health
- Health Topics
- Heart And Vascular Disease Prevention
- Heart Disease Risk Factors
- Heart Health
- Menopause
- Stroke
- Uniquely Female
Avoid heart attack and stroke with healthy lifestyle choices. Your heart will thank you!
The surprising link between a mental condition and a physical one.
Could your ancestors be making you sick?
Be smart about colorectal cancer. Get screened.
What do you really know about this killer cancer?
Tips for helping yourself, your loved one and your relationship
What you want to know — but may be afraid to ask.
Learn how Primary Ovary Insufficiency reduces fertility
See new ways doctors battle lung cancer.
Kaboom! Kids and fireworks don't mix.
- Cardiology And Vascular Health
- Endometriosis
- Getting Pregnant
- Heart Health
- Infertility
- Uniquely Female
Endometriosis can cause more than just monthly pain.
Having endometriosis is hard enough. Knowing how to talk about it shouldn't be.
Are you enduring a ‘normal’ painful period that’s anything but normal?
Help ease endometriosis pain without surgery.
Relieving pain and increasing fertility are the two big benefits of surgery for endometriosis.
Can I get pregnant if I have endometriosis?
One in 10 women of childbearing age has this condition that can cause pelvic pain and infertility.
Learn how to protect yourself and your baby from this new concern.
Get the facts about the most common cause of infertility in women.
Call ahead, ask key questions and work with the restaurant to meet your special needs.
If asthma makes you huff and puff, don’t let it blow away your will to exercise!
There’s a headache-busting specialist for every type of head pain.
Whether you’re catching Pokémon or reaching your daily step goal, have a healthful, safe experience.
Gestational diabetes, when not controlled, can have a lasting impact on mother’s and baby’s health.
Be prepared to deal with this common concern during pregnancy — and beyond.
No matter your stage in life, vaccinations are important to prevent disease and stay healthy.
How to handle giving up a beloved family pet for the well-being of your allergic or asthmatic child.
- Cardiology And Vascular Health
- Diabetes
- Health Topics
- Heart And Vascular Disease Prevention
- Heart Health
- Stroke And Other Vascular Diseases
- Vascular Health
Your blood vessels work their best when you keep your blood sugar under control.
Learn how it’s discovered and how it’s treated.
What type of breast cancer is it? The answer is under a microscope.
Don’t let a desk job stop you from getting active to stay strong and de-stress.
Break free from depression, even if you’re dealing with chronic illness.
Too much of some things in your life — or too little of others — may be to blame.
Is knuckle-cracking more than a just an irritating habit?
Is your baby ready to arrive?
Don’t second-guess yourself if you experience any of these “mini-stroke” symptoms.
Superfoods may be good for you, but a complete balanced diet, including superfoods, is even better.
Only doing one workout activity? Try mixing it up for better results.
Before you use a sleep wedge for baby, read what experts say.
Theories abound as to why, but no one has clear answers.
Know who to turn to when you need help with depression.
Avoiding injury and overuse are keys for preventing arthritis.
Is it a routine headache — or something far worse? When to be concerned.
Is exercise a good or bad choice if you suffer from headaches?
Suspect suicidal thoughts? Don’t look away.
Notice the stressors in your life and take steps to relax and recharge.
Feeling blue? Curling up with a carton of ice cream is about the worst thing you can do.
Use these stress-busting techniques to stop stress from getting the best of you.
Take the right dose, at the right time, for as long as your doctor recommends.
Gulp! If you’re the shopper and the cook, food safety is up to you!
Heed this heat illness advice to keep the heat from ruining your summer fun.
Be ready at home for minor emergencies with a well-stocked first aid kit.
Spend more time watching TV than lifting weights? It's never too late to get active and get healthier.
Dancing, gardening, even cleaning are all great ways to stay fit at home.
Stretching is something you do instinctively. Learn tips on how to do it the right way.
Think you’re too busy to get active? Wrong!
There’s an app for that – find out how your smart phone can make you fitter.
- Baby on the Way
- Bone and Joint Health
- Brain Health
- Fitness and Exercise
- Heads Up
- Menopause
- Osteoporosis
- Prenatal Care
Young women who begin physical activity younger in life are more likely to continue to be active as they get older.
Do your homework, focus on your goals, and soon you’ll feel right at home.
You don’t have to join a gym to exercise and get healthy. Head outdoors for dozens of fitness opportunities.
Banish these fitness myths for good!
Lack of sleep may risk more than dozing off during your favorite TV show.
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Why even a thunderstorm can leave you breathless.
Be aware of severe asthma attack symptoms and when it’s time to call 911.
Feeling breathless? Find out when you should be concerned.
Despite their similarities, they are two distinct diseases.
Don’t let asthma make you pack away all thoughts of travel.
Make sure your child with asthma is well cared for when away from home.
You know what to do when you have an asthma flare-up, but do those around you?
Can you really outgrow asthma, or does it just become inactive?
Asthma risk factors range from heredity to the environment.
If you have COPD, take steps now to lower the risk of lung cancer.
The more you know, the more prepared you’ll be to understand your options.
Early detection and treatment can improve the outcome.
Follow these guidelines to take charge of your life during your cancer journey.
How to ask about lung cancer and its treatment, when words escape you.
Your well-being is important, too. Follow these helpful tips.
These DIY tips may help you feel a little better during cancer care
Why healthy eating is a smart strategy
Take cancer prevention into your own hands.
When you quit smoking, your risk for heart disease decreases immediately.
When you know the truth, you can make changes for your heart health.
Think you really know the signs of a heart attack? Some of them may surprise you, especially if you’re a woman.
What can your ancestors tell you about your heart health? Researching your family health history might give you the answer.
Know how to recognize and manage bleeding, the chief side effect of lifesaving blood thinners.
Make smart lifestyle choices to help reduce your risk of stroke.
- Cardiology And Vascular Health
- Health Topics
- Stroke
- Stroke And Other Vascular Diseases
- Stroke Prevention
- Stroke Treatment
Get your life back on track with some adaptations and smart lifestyle choices.
In the aftermath of stroke, follow these guidelines to take care of yourself and your loved one.
Do you have asthma? Avoid an attack by finding out if you have these common allergies.
Allergy testing is the first step to avoiding allergens and seeking allergy relief.
Spring is in the air. Is it making you sick?
Knowing whether you have a cold or allergy can help you get the right treatment.
See how savvy you are when it comes to uncovering the myths of pregnancy.
Exactly what is that baby doing to your body? Learn how pregnancy changes your body and what steps you can take to feel better.
How does what you eat and drink affect your breastfed baby?
Is your stress growing right along with your belly? Learn 10 stress relievers.
Breast pumps can make breastfeeding more convenient.
Every new mom faces breastfeeding challenges. Get ahead of the game with these tips.
Learn the most common causes of infertility in women and men
Learn about the inability to get pregnant at various ages.
Think you know the true skinny about breastfeeding? Get the facts!
Worried about breastfeeding? Take these steps to feel confident and prepared.
After a successful pregnancy, infertility can frustrate and challenge parents.
Learn these easy ways to increase your milk supply if your baby isn’t getting enough.
Simple changes to baby’s eating and sleeping routines can help ease acid reflux.
Nine need-to-know steps for caregivers to ensure your baby is safe asleep
Babies don’t come with instructions. But a helpful infant-care class can give you a healthy dose of confidence.
Your baby will spend a lot of time here, so be sure it’s as safe as possible.
Today’s guidelines help babies sleep more safely and parents more soundly.
Think you’re too young for menopause? Learn why it can happen at an early age.
During menopause, heart disease and bone loss increase as estrogen levels fall.
Know the essential foods and vitamins you need during menopause and beyond.
Urinary incontinence and pelvic health issues are not a normal part of aging.
There’s no need to worry about effects of holding a full bladder — as long as it’s not too long, too often.
Don’t suffer in silence. Talk to your doctor for help with bladder and pelvic floor issues.
Some osteoarthritis risk factors may be out of your control, but good health practices can work in your favor.
When you lose flexibility in your joints, it’s time to develop a resilient attitude to help you navigate the challenges of degenerative joint disease.
- Arthritis/Osteoarthritis
- Bone and Joint Health
- Health Topics
- Joint Pain/Pain Management
- Osteoarthritis
Tap into your mind-body connection to lessen joint discomfort.
Better understanding of joint pain leads to better management.
Check with your doctor to see which alternative therapies may work best for you.
Cut calories or count carbs? The answer may surprise you
Sitting down on the job is bad in more ways than one.
Reduce your risk of heart attack and stroke with smart lifestyle choices.
You may not like the way they look, but should you be worried about varicose veins?
Though it’s hard to deal with, it can be a good sign.
Also be careful about what you eat and drink to prevent this serious intestinal infection.
Avoiding a talk about mental health conditions won’t make them go away.
Therapy could be the trick to help you sleep tight.
Is that grilled burger ramping up your risk for type 2 diabetes?
There isn’t enough evidence yet to support this way of promoting gut health in C-section babies.
New technology makes it easier to monitor moles and detect skin cancer early.
It’s a progressive disease, but treatment has progressed, too.
For a natural disaster or medical emergency, make a “go bag” so you’re ready.
Want your own personal trainer? Cardiac rehab provides that and more.
An ear infection is miserable, whether you’re a child or an adult.
Avoiding asbestos is your best bet in steering clear of this rare but serious cancer.
Learn what to do — and what not to do — to achieve a target weight for sports such as wrestling and boxing.