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	Aging Health information especially for seniors. Traveling with arthritis Don't let joint pain keep you at home. Read more More seniors are dying from falls The number of older adults who experienced fatal falls doubled from 2000 to 2013, new government data indicated. Read more When pain won't go away Learn to control pain so it doesn’t control you. Read more Tips for preventing hernias Most hernias can't be avoided, but there are things you can do to help reduce your risk. Read more Headache: Should you see a doctor? Check your symptoms. Read more Allergies and asthma Information on sneezing, wheezing and other breathing problems. Aspirin and asthma don't mix Aspirin and other common over-the-counter medicines may make asthma worse. Read more Cause of dry eye may depend on season Relieving dry eye may mean treating seasonal allergies, according to a new study that connected the 2 conditions. Read more Living with lactose intolerance Know what to do when dairy products don't agree with you. Read more A shot to prevent sneezes? Allergy shots could prevent another sniffly season. Read more Tips for allergy-free gardening How to control your allergies while you use your green thumb. Read more Arthritis Information on arthritis and other conditions that affect the joints. Infographic: Osteoarthritis symptoms and facts About 1/3 of Americans age 65 or older have osteoarthritis. Do you know how to recognize symptoms and risks of this common condition? Read more Taking care of arthritic joints Self-help tips for people with osteoarthritis. Read more Weight loss can improve knee arthritis With each pound you put on, your knees absorb about 4 extra pounds of pressure. Read more The emotional side of arthritis Take steps to cope with the emotional effects of arthritis. Read more Knees quiz Test your knowledge. Read more Cancer Information about cancer types, treatments and prevention strategies. Diet may affect prostate cancer risk Changing your diet may help lower your risk of prostate cancer. Read more Many adults missing cancer screenings Breast, cervical and colorectal cancer screenings could help protect your health, but a report shows many people aren't getting them. Read more Buddy up for full sunscreen coverage When it comes to applying sunscreen, a helping hand can be a better way of covering up those hard-to-reach spots. Read more Skin: Understanding actinic keratosis Some skin lesions may warn of increased cancer risk. Read more Skin cancer quiz Test your knowledge. Read more Children and parenting Tips for keeping kids healthy. Infographic: Teens and sleep Everybody needs sleep, including busy teenagers. Make sure your teen isn't losing out on health by losing out on sleep. Read more Paintball, pellet guns tied to eye injuries among small shooters If your kid wants a paintball, BB, pellet or other nonpowder gun, beware. These could cause devastating eye injuries. Read more 5 ways to simplify pill swallowing for kids Giving medication to a young one can be a pain. But a new review offers 5 ways to help them get much-needed meds. Read more Diaper duty You’ll change around 3,000 diapers in the first year of your baby’s life. Here are some tips to help you master the process. Read more Headaches in children: What parents need to know Help your child avoid headache pain. Read more Diabetes Helpful tips for people with diabetes. Tips for buying diabetes supplies The right supplies can make controlling your blood sugar easier. Read more Diabetes 101 Get basic information about this common disease. Read more High pressure treatment: Hyperbaric oxygen therapy can help some conditions Hyperbaric oxygen therapy can be used to treat "the bends," carbon monoxide poisoning, wounds (including those associated with diabetes) and inflammation. Read more Food label facts for people with diabetes If you have diabetes, you may want to pay special attention to food labels. Read more 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 Health news Recent research findings and health updates. Rubella elimination shows value of vaccines With the official elimination of rubella in the Americas, the World Health Organization turns its attention to measles. Read more Concussion may affect 182,000 young football players a year Concussions are nearly equally likely to affect youth, high school and college athletes, finds a new study. Read more New EPA label helps identify safer products The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's new "Safer Choice" label helps consumers clean their homes with products that are safer for people and also better for the environment. Read more Mental health crashed during recession Did the Great Recession lead to nationwide depression? One psychiatry study suggests it did. Read more Pet precautions: Simple steps to avoid being as sick as a dog A new review says Fido, Fluffy, Chirpy and Fishy could bring you more than joy. These pets could also bring you disease. But there are ways to reduce that danger. Read more Heart health Information on heart attack, stroke and other cardiovascular conditions. Heart surgery: What to expect Having an idea of what to expect may help ease your stress before heart surgery. Read more Why it counts to stop smoking after angioplasty Angioplasty is a common treatment for heart attacks, but it works better if you quit smoking. Find out why you should kick the habit. Read more Triglyceride level still a problem for a quarter of adults Fewer adults have concerning levels of this fat in their blood compared to a decade ago. But the number may still be too high. Read more A full grasp on heart failure could help save your life People hospitalized with acute heart failure who understand little about their condition are more likely to die after discharge. Read more Calculate your target heart rate Using your target heart rate can help you exercise hard enough to improve your fitness level but not so hard that it's dangerous. Read more Men's health Health information especially for men. Men: Make time to discuss prostate cancer screening with your doctor Screening for prostate cancer has pros and cons. Men need to talk with their doctor about what's best for them. Read more Cardiac arrest during sports not likely for people in middle age But if you do collapse at the gym or on the field, you're more likely to receive CPR than you would be at home. Read more Home remedies for headaches Medication isn't the only option. Read more Getting ready for an intimate exam Preparing your mind for tests on private body parts. Read more Prostate cancer quiz How much do you know about prostate cancer? Read more Nutrition and fitness Tips for eating right, staying active and maintaining a healthy weight. How to choose and store produce Get the most out of the fruits and veggies you buy. Read more 8 tips for a safe, no-sick swim A norovirus outbreak last year affected 70 lake-goers, but here's how you can help stay healthy and out of the deep end this summer. Read more A guide to vegetarian diets A carefully crafted vegetarian eating plan offers health benefits. Read more How to get kids to try fruits and vegetables Practical tips for parents. Read more 5 tips for fitting produce into your grocery budget No matter how pinched your budget is, there’s still plenty of room for nutrition-rich fruits and vegetables. Read more Women's health Health information especially for women. Migraines and women Hormones may be to blame, but treatment can help. Read more Crayola: Colored pencils aren't eye makeup Beauty bloggers are raiding their art supply boxes for cosmetics. But you shouldn’t follow suit, Crayola says. Read more Miscarriage misunderstood by many A new survey shows that many adults misunderstand the causes of pregnancy loss, as well as how often it occurs. Read more Sunburn: More than just red skin Sunburn is a warning sign that your skin has sustained serious damage. Read more Infographic: The calories in sugary treats Calories are a vital part of a balanced diet, but many may come from unhealthy sugary sources. Take a look at just how much that sweet donut or soda could be adding to your calorie count. 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