Health News

Why Some PAD Patients Should Take a Walk
Got peripheral artery disease (PAD)? A simple, at-home activity may help you get your mobility back.
There's No Place Like Home — To Grow Old
For those in midlife, lifestyle choices made now may have a major impact on living long and staying independent later in life.
Double the Tobacco, Double the Risk
Faced with a booming tobacco industry and its long lineup of tobacco products to choose from, some tobacco users may think about choosing more than one — but they may need to think twice.
Stroke Awareness
Every 40 seconds, someone in the US has a stroke, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Strokes can affect people of all ages and backgrounds. Read on to learn about stroke and how to safeguard against it.
Metabolic Syndrome Rate Stabilizing
A cluster of health problems — collectively known as metabolic syndrome — puts many at possible risk for heart disease and stroke. The good news? Rates for this condition appear to be stabilizing in the US.
How Depression and Parkinson's Might Be Linked
Depression is a complex illness with many possible causes and many treatments. And it may increase the risk of another serious health condition.
Common Syndrome May Boost Heart Risk
When the symptoms of metabolic syndrome combine, they can lead to heart disease or even death. But those with diabetes and high blood pressure may face the highest risk.
Baby's Gender May Bump up Mom's Diabetes Risk
Expecting moms face a list of possible health concerns, including the risk of developing diabetes during pregnancy. But for those having baby boys, the odds may be even higher.
How to Become a Morning Person
Getting out of bed in the morning can be a struggle! But becoming a morning person may be as simple as making a few easy changes.
GERD: How Heartburn Can Turn into Something More
Do you have heartburn or acid reflux two or more times per week? If you do, it could be a sign of a more serious condition called GERD.