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	Aging Health information especially for seniors. Seniors: Any age is a good age to quit smoking Why quitting makes sense for seniors. Read more U.S. life expectancy reaches record high, report says Lifespans stretch to record lengths in the United States, but top causes of death remain the same, report shows. Read more Know the signs of Alzheimer's disease Some small memory lapses are a normal part of the aging process. But when someone forgets the names of family members or what the car keys are for, it may be a sign of an underlying problem. Read more Causes and risk factors for Alzheimer's disease Researchers are still trying to find out what causes Alzheimer's disease, but they have some leads. Read more Stress-busting tips for Alzheimer's caregivers Keep yourself healthy so you can care for your loved one. Read more Allergies and asthma Information on sneezing, wheezing and other breathing problems. Don’t let allergies, asthma ruin your winter holidays Indoor allergies are a problem for millions of Americans every winter. Read more Expected bump in enterovirus cases not a cause for alarm, CDC says A new CDC test for enterovirus D68 aims to improve tracking of the respiratory illness that's affecting kids across the U.S. Read more How the lungs work A person at rest breathes about 12 to 15 times per minute. Read more Cigarettes: No. 1 enemy of lungs Smoking is the direct cause of several diseases. Read more Understanding food allergies It only takes one bite to cause a health emergency. Read more Arthritis Information on arthritis and other conditions that affect the joints. Baby boomers: When the diagnosis is arthritis It may seem like you're too young for arthritis, but increasingly, this disease is something baby boomers have to cope with. Read more Getting ready for joint replacement surgery Planning ahead can help ensure that you have a successful surgery and a speedy recovery. Read more Knee pain: Arthritis Know what to try when moving hurts. Read more Parenting with arthritis Arthritis doesn't have to keep you from being an active, involved parent. Read more What is rheumatology? The branch of medicine that addresses diseases of the joints, muscles, bones and connective tissues. Read more 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. Read more Tobacco use might increase risk of oral HPV Tobacco might mess up your mouth. Beyond yellowing teeth, it might also increase the risk of oral HPV, which can cause mouth warts and even cancer. Read more Changes in skirt size linked to breast cancer risk Favorite skirt getting too tight? It might be more serious than just needing a new size. It could mean having a higher risk for breast cancer. Read more Infographic: Benefits of quitting smoking Learn how your health will improve after you give up smoking. Read more Infographic: What's in cigarette smoke? Arsenic, formaldehyde and lead are a few of the substances found in cigarette smoke. Read more Children and parenting Tips for keeping kids healthy. Talk to your kids about smoking You can help your children stay smoke-free. Read more Sofas aren't a safe place for babies to sleep That sofa is comfy for you, but it could be dangerous for your infant. Cuddling up on the couch can increase the risk of SIDS, according to researchers. Read more Distracted walking: 4 in 10 teen pedestrians come too close to cars Teens have the highest pedestrian death rate among all youth, and a new study may have clues as to why. Read more Are drugs, tobacco and alcohol losing their cool among kids? Teenagers have slowed their use of cigarettes, illicit drugs and alcohol between 2002 and 2013, but teen substance abuse hasn't disappeared. Read more These 12 medications send thousands of kids to hospitals yearly Each year, more than 9,000 children outwit child-resistant medication packaging and end up in the ER. Find out which drugs cause the most trouble. Read more Diabetes Helpful tips for people with diabetes. Diabetes: Should you count carbohydrates? Carbohydrate counting is one tool you can use to help control blood sugar if you have diabetes. Read more Many adults miss needed diabetes screening Older than 45? Then it's time to get screened for diabetes. Read more Fewer people getting diabetes, study suggests Overall, rates of diabetes diagnoses are slowing. But what, if anything, does that mean for you? Learn what may still put you at risk. Read more Traveling with diabetes What you need to know before you go. Read more Type 2 diabetes: An introduction Healthy habits can help you prevent this disease and its complications. Read more Health news Recent research findings and health updates. U.S. life expectancy reaches record high, report says Lifespans stretch to record lengths in the United States, but top causes of death remain the same, report shows. Read more Happy feet: Group nature walks may lower stress A walk in the woods with some sole-mates can boost everyone's spirits. Read more Coming up short: Less than half of Americans get flu vaccine Though it’s advised for almost everyone, less than half of all the people in the United States got a flu vaccine last year. Read more Changes in skirt size linked to breast cancer risk Favorite skirt getting too tight? It might be more serious than just needing a new size. It could mean having a higher risk for breast cancer. Read more Waistlines keep expanding, even as obesity rates hold steady The number of obese Americans may not be increasing, but waist sizes are inching up and creating higher risk of metabolic syndrome. Read more Heart health Information on heart attack, stroke and other cardiovascular conditions. Heart-healthy holiday eating With a little planning, you can make the holiday season a delicious and healthy time. Read more Social support may improve recovery for younger heart attack patients Lend a heart attack survivor a hand. Your support can help younger heart attack patients recover. Read more Heart attack: Calling 911 can improve time to treatment How you get to the hospital during a heart attack can determine how well you survive it, a study confirms. 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 Infographic: Sodium sources Foods don't have to taste salty to be high in sodium. Read more Men's health Health information especially for men. Are you at risk for type 2 diabetes? Answer a few questions to learn more about your risk factors for the most common form of diabetes. Read more Many adults miss needed diabetes screening Older than 45? Then it's time to get screened for diabetes. Read more Coming up short: Less than half of Americans get flu vaccine Though it’s advised for almost everyone, less than half of all the people in the United States got a flu vaccine last year. Read more Screening out men's major health threats Routine screening tests can help detect health problems in their early stages. Read more Food safety for the holidays Make proper food handling a holiday tradition. Read more Nutrition and fitness Tips for eating right, staying active and maintaining a healthy weight. Infographic: Turkey safety Get an idea of how long it will take to safely thaw and cook a turkey. Read more Trying to eat better? Close access to a grocery store may help Trapped in a food desert? That could derail your efforts to eat healthier, suggests one study. Read more Stand more, and your body may thank you Couch potatoes, especially older ones, may be shortening the lifespan of their cells. Read more Eating right when you have diabetes Getting started on a healthy eating plan is especially important after you've been diagnosed with diabetes. Read more Exercising when you have diabetes Exercise can be good for people with diabetes, but it’s important to put safety first. Read more Women's health Health information especially for women. Women: Protect yourself from heart disease Make a plan to help reduce your risk. Read more 5 lifestyle choices that help lower women's stroke risk Ladies: Could you be headed for a stroke? A new study reveals how lifestyle choices may help you avoid one. Read more Changes in skirt size linked to breast cancer risk Favorite skirt getting too tight? It might be more serious than just needing a new size. It could mean having a higher risk for breast cancer. Read more Gynecological exams: Important for every woman Sometimes called "well-woman exams," these annual visits help keep you in good health. Read more Infographic: What's in cigarette smoke? Arsenic, formaldehyde and lead are a few of the substances found in cigarette smoke. Read more	FIND A PHYSICIAN GET MORE HEALTH INFORMATION VIEW OUR SERVICES CLASSES & EVENTS Educational Class Registration Form Gynecologic Care - Dr. Steven Bush Educational Class Registration Form Surgical Fair Childbirth Education Classes
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