To Screen or Not to Screen? How to know when health screenings are necessary
Catching chronic health conditions early—even before you have symptoms—seems like a great idea. That’s what screening tests are designed...
Food Safety Tips for a Healthy Holiday
Parties, family dinners, and other gatherings where food is served are all part of the holiday cheer. But the merriment can change to...
Dealing with Dementia: Understanding risks, symptoms, and treatment
Forgetfulness, confusion, or having trouble remembering a name or word can be a normal part of life. But when thinking problems or...
Be Sweet to Your Feet
Your feet work hard to get you where you need to be. But years of wear and tear can be rough on them. So can disease, bad circulation,...
Getting It Straight
Sit up straight! This common request may have been how you first heard about posture, the way you hold your body. Posture isn’t just...
Eat for a Healthy Heart
Making healthy food choices is one important thing you can do to reduce your risk of heart disease—the leading cause of death of men and...
Seek Help for Low Vision
For people with low vision, everyday activities can be a challenge. People with low vision don’t see well even with standard glasses,...
Get to Know Your Family Health History
Get to know your family better this holiday season by talking about health. Do any health conditions seem to run in your family? For...
Learning to Live with Diabetes
Each year, 1.7 million Americans, ages 20 and up, are diagnosed with diabetes. People with diabetes have high levels of blood glucose...
Finding Support for Alzheimer's Caregivers
Some caregivers need help when the person is in the early stages of Alzheimer’s disease. Other caregivers look for help when the person...
