• A woman is having a close and attentive conversation with a teenager, sitting on a couch in a cozy setting by a window.

    6 Tips for Talking with Your Teen About Risky Behaviors

    Keep the lines of communication open—and try to stay calm.

    Adolescents, Education, Families

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  • Adult son talks to his elderly father at the kitchen table

    5 Tips for Tough Conversations with Aging Parents

    Start the conversation about how to help now.

    Families, Geriatrics

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  • A smiling young woman prepares a fresh salad in a bright kitchen, enjoying a moment of healthy well-being.

    4 Common Vitamin and Mineral Deficiencies—And What to Do About Them

    Feeling fatigued? It could be lack of these vitamins or minerals.

    Nutrition

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Three generations of a family share a joyful conversation together at home.

What to Know About Your Family Health History

Understanding your health risks can empower you to take steps to stay well.

Families, Family Medicine, Genetics

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A man holds his knee in pain while exercising outdoors.

4 Tips for Healthy Knees

Regular movement keeps this joint working well.

Fitness and Mobility, Health

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Pregnant woman looking at a medication bottle at home.

Taking Medication Safely While Pregnant

Your doctor can help you care for yourself and your baby.

Pregnancy and Maternal Health

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Mark Braswell

Targeted Treatment for Cancer is Providing “Wonderful...

Personalized cancer care—and lots of positivity—are helping Mark Braswell.

Cancer, Lung Cancer

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Featured Topic: Children's Health

ChatGPT said: An adult man and a young boy build a colorful block tower together on the floor, enjoying a moment of play and learning at home.

What We Know—and Don’t—About the Causes of Autism

Genetics may play the biggest role.

Autism, Children's Health, Neurology

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Mom and pre-teen daughter sit on porch, talking

A Parent’s Guide to Puberty

These tips will help you support your child during this transition.

Adolescents, Children's Health

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A smiling nurse measures a young girl’s height during a medical checkup.

What Parents Should Know About Growth Charts

Steady growth is more important than a certain number.

Children's Health, Pediatric Medicine

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Provider, with back to camera, holds stethoscope up to young adolescent boy's chest to listen to his heart.

4 Reasons to Schedule a Summer Well Visit for Your Child

Checking in with their doctor is valuable whether your child plays sports or not.

Children's Health, Kids and Mental Health, School-Age Children

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Featured Topic: Cold and Flu

close-up view of a farmer placing fresh brown eggs into a wicker basket

Bird Flu: 6 Facts to Know

Most people don’t need to take special precautions yet.

Cold and Flu, Infectious Diseases

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Woman sneezing into her arm while holding a thermometer

Know the Difference Between Symptoms of Allergies, Cold, Flu and COVID-19

Only your doctor can tell you for sure, but it’s good to know what to look for.

Cold and Flu, Infectious Diseases

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Adult son and father hug, both wearing holiday winter sweaters and holding gifts

3 Ways to Stay Healthy During the Holidays—and Beyond

Celebrate with your loved ones, not infectious diseases.

Cold and Flu, Medical Tips

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woman lies on a couch, covered in a blanket and blowing her nose with a tissue

Do You Need a Flu Antiviral Medication?

Prescription drugs can shorten the duration of illness, but not everyone needs them.

Cold and Flu

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Featured Topic: Mental Health

A man lying in bed, unable to sleep, looks at his phone while his partner sleeps beside him.

Can’t Sleep? It Might Be Insomnia

What to know if you have trouble falling asleep or staying asleep.

Mental Health, Sleep

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A little girl, dressed in a teddy bear-style onesie, calmly walks down the stairs while holding onto the handrail.

How to Help a Sleepwalker

How to take care of a loved one who wanders in the night.

Mental Health, Sleep

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A man sitting on the edge of a bed, leaning forward with his hands behind his neck, looking distressed or worried.

Understanding the Benefits and Risks of Benzodiazepines

These medications are safe when used as directed but carry a high risk for misuse.

Medication, Mental Health, Pharmacology

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Man in professional setting scrolls on his iPhone

Stop Scrolling Your Day Away: How to Reduce Social Media Use

Use these tips to cut back on the time you spend on your phone.

Mental Health, Wellness

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Featured Topic: Wellness

A tired-looking man rubs one eye while holding his glasses, sitting at a desk in an office setting.

Why Am I Always So Tired?

Lots of things get in the way of a restful night of sleep.

Sleep, Wellness

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Woman reaches for a bowl of colorful candies

Are Food Dyes Safe? Expert Answers to Your Questions

Read this if you’re worried about food dyes and your family’s health.

Nutrition, Wellness

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Man in professional setting scrolls on his iPhone

Stop Scrolling Your Day Away: How to Reduce Social Media Use

Use these tips to cut back on the time you spend on your phone.

Mental Health, Wellness

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Dad and young daughter look at yellow peppers in the produce aisle of a grocery store

6 Small Steps for Healthier Eating

Realistic goals will set you up for long-term success.

Nutrition, Wellness

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