Millions of older adults fall each year, leading to injuries and emergency room visits. Most of these falls happen at home, and taking certain safety measures can prevent many of them.
Losing weight can be hard, and it's even more challenging to keep the weight off. But the same tactics that helped you lose weight can help you maintain a healthy weight.
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You’ve heard all the reasons to stop smoking. You may have thought about quitting or even tried it a time or two. But you may need a little help. Learn how to get ready to quit, how to quit, and how...
If you’re more than 100 pounds overweight, bariatric surgery may be the solution for you. Use this center to learn about the different types of procedures and the risks and benefits of each.
Enjoy good health at every age: know your body and how it works, eat well and stay active, and follow a plan for disease prevention.
Take a look at the influenza virus under a microscope, and you'll see a funny-looking spiked ball. But if you've ever been flat on your back with the flu, you know there's nothing funny about this...
Experts are increasingly urging people to know their BMI, a figure that takes into account not just weight but also height to indicate body fat.
Crohn’s disease is one of a group of diseases known as inflammatory bowel diseases. Your risk of getting Crohn’s may be tied to family or to your environment. Learn about the risks you may have by...
This video shows you how to use a walker when you need to keep all weight off one leg, and how to use it when your doctor says it’s OK to put your foot down between steps.