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Choose the Right Sunglasses to Protect Your Eyes

2026-06-23T16:38:00Z

Dark sunglasses are more than a stylish accessory. They protect your eyes from ultraviolet (UV) rays that can damage the retinas. Sun protection for your eyes may not be the first thing you think about before you head outdoors, but it’s just as...(read more)

Surprising Signs You Might Have a Thyroid Problem

2026-06-18T10:39:00Z

Thyroid disease is common, and many people don’t know they have it. That may be in part because some of the symptoms are surprising. About 30 million people suffer from thyroid dysfunction. And more than half don’t know they have a proble...(read more)

Skin Cancer Facts: 3 Things Everyone Should Know

2026-06-08T21:39:00Z

Even though skin cancer is the most common cancer, many people don’t think they’re at risk. But everyone needs to protect their skin and pay attention to any changes. Protect Your Skin To protect your skin, you need to know the risks. Man...(read more)

Back Pain Relief: Causes, Treatment and Prevention Tips

2026-06-08T15:00:00Z

You may have a dull ache in your back that just won’t go away. Or you may feel a sharp, sudden pain that stops you in your tracks. Either way, you want the pain to stop. Back pain can come from accidents, overuse and injuries like lifting somet...(read more)

Diabetes and Vision Loss: Know the Connection, Protect Your Vision

2026-06-08T11:42:00Z

People living with diabetes can have eye problems that lead to vision loss or blindness. And diabetic eye disease often has no early symptoms. That’s why an annual eye exam is critical for people with diabetes. The longer you have diabetes, the...(read more)

Gestational Diabetes

2026-06-03T10:05:00Z

When you’re an expecting mom-to-be, you’re likely focused on doing all you can to deliver a healthy baby. You probably watch the foods you eat, take your prenatal vitamins and try to get some exercise. So, if you’re healthy, why wou...(read more)

How Social Media Affects Mental Health + Tips to Manage It

2026-05-21T20:24:00Z

Social media and digital tools have become constant companions in most people’s lives. There are some positive benefits. But research also shows the harm social media can have on mental health if not managed well. Most people use social media d...(read more)

Help Your Child Avoid the Health Risks of Obesity

2026-05-21T20:13:00Z

Helping kids stay active and eat healthy foods isn’t easy. But it’s important: Early extra pounds often start children on the path to future health problems. Overweight children can also have health issues while they’re still young ...(read more)

Follow 4 Simple Steps to Put Your Family on a Healthy Path

2026-05-21T16:03:00Z

It’s never too early to teach kids about healthy habits. Setting good habits when they’re young puts them on the path toward a healthier life. Many children are not off to a good start. About 1 in 5 American children are obese, says the C...(read more)

What is Anxiety Disorder?

2026-05-18T16:41:35Z

Life can feel stressful. In a recent poll by the American Psychiatric Association adults across the U.S. have reported increased feelings of anxiety. We all deal with many life stressors at once. Worries about health, work, money, ca...(read more)

When the Heart’s Aflutter, AFib May Be the Reason

2026-05-13T10:57:00Z

Singers may croon that their love-struck hearts are all aflutter, but in real life, a fluttering heart can be a scary problem — atrial fibrillation, better known as AFib. In a healthy heart, electrical signals travel through the muscle and make...(read more)

Do You Think Your Child Has Asthma?

2026-05-08T11:37:00Z

It can be upsetting when your child is struggling with a health issue. It's especially unnerving if your child seems to be struggling to breathe. Could your child have asthma, a known common chronic disease? Here’s what parents need to kno...(read more)

Summer Heat Safety Reminders

2026-05-05T15:22:00Z

Staying safe during hot summer months is important. Drinking lots of water and wearing sunscreen isn’t enough. Here are three things to know to help keep summer fun. UV Rays Can Hurt You Ultraviolet radiation from the sun can damage your skin. ...(read more)

Quit Smoking for Good

2026-05-04T23:39:00Z

One of the best things you can do for your health is to quit smoking or using any kind of tobacco. Quitting isn’t easy, but the rewards make it worth the effort. Quitting earlier in life is best, but it’s a big boost to your health at any...(read more)

Is Vaping as Bad for Your Health as Smoking?

2026-05-04T20:19:00Z

One of the worst things you can do for your lungs and your overall health is to smoke. But many still don’t know that vaping is also dangerous. While experts expressed concern from the start, not everyone got the message. What Is Vaping? Vaping...(read more)