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	Aging Health information especially for seniors. Aging independently Plan ahead to maintain independence as you grow older. Read more Mammograms after 75? Women should know pros and cons Women 75 and older often decide against having a screening mammogram when they're given detailed information about the benefits and risks of the procedure, according to a study. Read more FDA issues warning on laxatives Serious side effects—including 13 deaths—have been linked to the use of laxatives that contain sodium phosphates. Read more Are you at risk for a heart attack? Many risk factors can be changed to help lower your chances of having a heart attack. Read more Infographic: Heart attack symptoms Chest discomfort is the most common symptom, but there are others as well. Read more Allergies and Asthma Information on sneezing, wheezing and other breathing problems. Living with an animal and an allergy What to do when you're allergic to your pet. Read more What is anaphylactic shock? How to spot and respond to this severe allergic reaction. Read more Dining out with food allergies Following a few safety tips can help you avoid an allergic reaction when you eat at a restaurant. Read more Infants and food allergies Learn the usual signs and what you can do. Read more Understanding sinusitis There are many options for dealing with sinus infections. Read more Arthritis Information on arthritis and other conditions that affect the joints. Arthritis and the heart Research has linked rheumatoid arthritis to heart problems. Read more Arthritis and intimacy Stay close to your partner as you manage this chronic illness. Read more Heat and cold for arthritis Both temperature extremes may help ease arthritis pain. Read more A guide to total knee replacement Know when it's needed, how it's done and when you'll recover. Read more Knees quiz Test your knowledge. Read more Cancer Information about cancer types, treatments and prevention strategies. Coping with the physical effects of cancer Lifestyle changes and medicines may help you feel better. Read more 50 years later, smoking still reigns as top killer 20 million Americans have died from smoking-related causes since the U.S. surgeon general’s office released its landmark tobacco report in 1964. Read more Recovering after cancer treatment Tips to help you heal. Read more Childhood cancer: Coping with a diagnosis A look at the emotions parents often struggle with when a child is diagnosed with cancer and advice on coping with these feelings. Read more Understanding childhood leukemia Advanced treatments mean most children who have leukemia survive. Read more Children and Parenting Tips for keeping kids healthy. Teen drug use takes a step in the wrong direction (infographic) The number of 8th-, 10th- and 12th-graders who reported using any illicit drug in the past 30 days was higher in 2013 than it's been since 2002. Read more Smoking continues to decline in young people (infographic) 2013 was the first year that less than 10 percent of 8th-, 10th- and 12th- graders said they'd smoked in the past month. Read more Young people are drinking less (infographic) Alcohol use continues to decline in 8th-, 10th- and 12th-graders, according to the latest findings of the Monitoring the Future survey. Read more Children's doctors warn about raw milk Most milk is heated to kill germs. But raw milk is not. It can contain germs harmful to pregnant women, babies and kids. Read more High-chair injuries send 1 child every hour to ERs "When a child falls from the elevated height of the high chair, he is often falling head first onto a hard surface such as tile or wood flooring with considerable force," said study co-author Gary Smith, MD, DrPH. Read more Diabetes Helpful tips for people with diabetes. Diabetes can affect sexual health A variety of treatments can help restore sexual health in both men and women with diabetes. Read more All moms-to-be need diabetes testing Studies have found that screening for gestational diabetes after the 24th week of pregnancy can improve the health of mom and baby. Read more Mediterranean diet alone may help prevent diabetes Switching to a Mediterranean diet that's high in extra-virgin olive oil may lower your risk for developing type 2 diabetes—without decreasing calories or increasing exercise, a study has found. Read more Chronic kidney disease affects over 20 million in U.S. Chronic kidney disease is a condition in which kidneys—usually damaged by diabetes or high blood pressure—can no longer effectively filter waste from the blood, causing a variety of health problems. Read more A dangerous duo: Diabetes and heart disease Learn how to reduce your risk of heart attack and stroke when you have diabetes. Read more Health News Recent research findings and health updates. Don't let wart removal go up in flames Some types of wart removers are a fire hazard, warns the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Read more 50 years later, smoking still reigns as top killer 20 million Americans have died from smoking-related causes since the U.S. surgeon general’s office released its landmark tobacco report in 1964. Read more Health insurance marketplace: All you need to know on 1 page The last day to enroll for coverage that begins this year is March 31. Read more Young brains need rest to recover from concussion Young people who gave their brain a concentration break after a concussion recovered much more quickly than those who returned to regular mental activities right away, a study found. Read more The flu vaccine worked really well in 2012–2013 (infographic) The flu vaccine prevented more than 6 million cases of influenza and about 79,000 hospitalizations during the 2012–2013 flu season, according to a report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Read more Heart Health Information on heart attack, stroke and other cardiovascular conditions. Excess weight takes a toll on the heart If you're overweight, your heart is at risk. Read more Shingles before 40 may raise risk for stroke, heart attack People who had earlier-than-usual bouts of shingles were at greater risk for transient ischemic attack, stroke and heart attack than those who never had shingles, a study found. Read more Understanding atherosclerosis It's important to learn about the risk factors for this artery-clogging disease and to take action now to protect your health. Read more Heart attack treatment: The sooner the better Immediate medical attention is your best bet for survival and a full recovery. Read more Heart health quiz Test your knowledge about heart health. Read more Men's Health Health information especially for men. Are you at risk for a heart attack? Many risk factors can be changed to help lower your chances of having a heart attack. Read more Men: Move more, sit less to reduce risk for heart failure "Be more active and sit less—that’s the message here," said Deborah  Rohm Young, PhD, lead author of the study. Read more Dad's role in a healthy pregnancy It takes two to make a bouncing baby, and you're half the equation. Read more Marriage management Try these tips for a lasting and happy marriage. Read more Eating disorders aren't just for women Anorexia, bulimia and binge eating disorder can affect males as well as females. Read more Nutrition and Fitness Tips for eating right, staying active and maintaining a healthy weight. Breaking through a weight-loss plateau What to do when the pounds stop coming off. Read more Mediterranean diet alone may help prevent diabetes Switching to a Mediterranean diet that's high in extra-virgin olive oil may lower your risk for developing type 2 diabetes—without decreasing calories or increasing exercise, a study has found. Read more Intermittent claudication: When walking makes legs ache A possible sign of troubled arteries. Read more Eat better to help your heart Tips for getting started. Read more Exercising when you have heart disease A heart problem usually isn’t a reason to avoid physical activity. Read more Women's Health Health information especially for women. Women: Learn your heart disease risk A look at the factors that can put a woman at risk for heart trouble. Read more Mammograms after 75? Women should know pros and cons Women 75 and older often decide against having a screening mammogram when they're given detailed information about the benefits and risks of the procedure, according to a study. Read more Ten screening tests women need What tests to get and when. Read more Eating disorders: Red flags Knowing the signs can lead to early treatment and better chances of recovery. Read more Understanding anorexia Anorexia nervosa is a serious, but treatable, eating disorder. Read more	FIND A PHYSICIAN GET MORE HEALTH INFORMATION VIEW OUR SERVICES CLASSES & EVENTS Health Expo Scholarships Mind Body Workshop Childbirth Preparation Course - 6-Hour Class Breastfeeding Course
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