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	Aging Health information especially for seniors. 5 ways to make your home safer from falls Older adults are particularly vulnerable to having a serious injury or even dying from a fall. These tips can help you stay steady on your feet. Read more What seniors get right and wrong after they take a tumble Most seniors talk to a healthcare provider after a serious fall, a small study finds. But they often miss the next step in staying safe. Read more The alarming link between blood pressure and dementia Day-to-day variations in blood pressure may increase the risk of diseases like Alzheimer's, suggests a new study. Read more Take a shot at beating the flu Vaccination can help you stay healthy during flu season. Read more Depression and seniors The blues aren't a normal part of growing older. Read more Allergies and asthma Information on sneezing, wheezing and other breathing problems. Got asthma? Get a flu shot Doctors recommend the shot every fall for people with asthma. Read more FDA approves new peanut allergy claim on food labels The new label was approved after a study found that eating peanut products might help prevent allergies in some kids. Read more Learn about one of the possible culprits of all that fall sneezing A single ragweed plant can release 1 million grains of pollen into the air in just one day. Read more Asthma: A guide to inhalers and nebulizers Inhalers and nebulizers are important tools for managing asthma and other airway diseases. Read more Cold vs. allergy quiz Is it a cold or an allergy? Take this quiz. Read more Arthritis Information on arthritis and other conditions that affect the joints. Arthritis and the flu Protecting yourself from the flu should be a priority if you have a condition such as rheumatoid arthritis or lupus. Read more Arthritis 101 Questions and answers about arthritis. Read more What are autoimmune diseases? When the immune system goes awry. Read more Understanding rheumatoid arthritis When the immune system attacks the joints. Read more Treating rheumatoid arthritis Improved treatments mean people with this autoimmune disease have a better outlook than in the past. Read more Cancer Information about cancer types, treatments and prevention strategies. Watch for warning signs of cancer Knowing what to look for may be an important 1st step in defeating the disease. Read more New moles even more dangerous than old ones Regular body checks can help you spot the most serious type of skin cancer early, when it's often easiest to treat. Read more Breast cancer: What to do if you find a lump Most breast lumps are not cancerous. Read more Steps to a successful mammogram (infographic) Regular screening tests are a great way to try to find breast cancer in its early stages, when it's usually easier to treat. Read more Quiz: Breast cancer Find out how much you know about this disease. Read more Children and parenting Tips for keeping kids healthy. Learn what not to put in a baby's crib Many babies who die of SIDS are found in their cribs. A safe sleep environment helps reduce the risk. Read more Preventing SIDS Prevent sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) by putting babies to sleep on their backs. Read more With the nasal spray out, fewer kids got flu vaccinations Getting rid of the nasal spray option may have resulted in fewer kids getting a flu vaccine, a new study says. Read more Top tips for avoiding a lice outbreak at your house It's Lice Prevention Month. Here are some tips to keep these critters away. Read more Dressing safely for Halloween (infographic) Having fun at Halloween is all about dressing the part. Make sure your children dress safely in their costumes with these tips. Read more Diabetes Helpful tips for people with diabetes. Diabetes and kidney disease Kidney disease is a potentially serious complication of diabetes. Read more Keep kidney disease in check Early detection and treatment of kidney trouble can help prevent or delay chronic kidney disease. Read more Diabetes: Keep an eye out for high blood pressure As many as two out of three adults with diabetes also have high blood pressure. Read more How diabetes affects teeth Uncontrolled diabetes can harm your teeth and gums. Read more Understanding gastroparesis A disruption in the digestive process that is often caused by diabetes. Read more Heart health Information about heart attack, stroke and other cardiovascular conditions. It’s never too early to protect your heart: Tips for young adults Taking healthy steps early in life may help you avoid heart disease. Read more Progress preventing stroke deaths stalls The decline in stroke death rates slows in three out of four states. Read more Atrial fibrillation: Why you shouldn't ignore a fluttering heart Without treatment, this dangerous heart condition could cause a stroke. Read more Living with a cardiac pacemaker Pacemakers are reliable and safe. But there are a few things you need to know to keep your pacemaker working well. Read more Heart attack symptoms (infographic) Chest discomfort is the most common symptom, but there are others as well. Read more Men's health Health information especially for men. Men: Recognize symptoms of depression Depression can strike any man at any age. Read more Study lends support to prostate cancer screening Researchers took a new look at previous studies and came to a different conclusion. Read more How to help when your partner has breast cancer Communication is the key to any healthy relationship, and that's doubly true after a cancer diagnosis. Read more Breast cancer in men Breast cancer isn't common among men, but it can happen. Read more 5 steps to clean hands (infographic) Keeping your hands clean is one of the best ways to prevent the spread of infection and illness. Read more Nutrition and fitness Tips for eating right, staying active and maintaining a healthy weight. Weight loss: How to set yourself up for success Instead of diving into the latest diet fad, take some time to plan your weight-loss strategy. Read more Stepping on the scale more often linked to weight loss Doing this every day could be the key to shedding pounds, a new study suggests. Read more Infographic: Healthy shopping on a budget How to fill up your cart without emptying your wallet. Read more Eating well when you have kidney disease When your kidneys aren't doing their job, healthful changes to your diet are essential. Read more Pumpkin mac and cheese A great recipe for fall. Read more Women's health Health information especially for women. Learn how to lower your risk of breast cancer A woman in the U.S. has about a 1 in 8 chance of getting breast cancer sometime during her life. Here's how to increase your chances of being in the 7 out of 8 women who never develop the disease. Read more A low-dose menopause treatment is safe and effective, study finds Vaginal estrogen relieves some menopause symptoms without serious side effects, according to a new study. Read more New moms don't always report mood changes By opening up about their symptoms, more women can get the treatment they need and start feeling better. Read more Women: Beating the blues Though women are more likely to have depression than men, many do not seek help Read more Quiz: Breast cancer Find out how much you know about this disease. Read more	FIND A PHYSICIAN GET MORE HEALTH INFORMATION VIEW OUR SERVICES
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