4 questions to help prevent falls Nearly 8 million people—most of whom were 65 and older—sought emergency care for falls in 2010. Many of those falls could have been prevented. Read more
Food allergies: A target for school bullies Nearly half of kids age 10 and older say they have been harassed about their food allergies, even to the point of having a dangerous food being pressed to their skin. Read more
Kids should get flu shots as soon as possible "Influenza virus is unpredictable, and what's most important is that people receive the vaccine soon, so they will be protected when the virus begins circulating," said Henry Bernstein, DO, lead author of an updated policy statement from the American Academy of Pediatrics. Read more
Exercise, diet habits improving in young people Young people are making healthier choices like exercising more and eating more fruits and vegetables—but they may need to do more before obesity rates start to decline. Read more
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Exercise, diet habits improving in young people Young people are making healthier choices like exercising more and eating more fruits and vegetables—but they may need to do more before obesity rates start to decline. Read more
Flu season brings more vaccine options It's time to protect yourself against the flu—whether you choose the traditional three-strain vaccine or a new one that protects against four flu strains. Read more
E-cigarette use climbing among kids Nearly 2 million middle school and high school students acknowledge use of e-cigarettes, according to a nationwide government survey. Read more
Heart health Information on heart attack, stroke and other cardiovascular conditions.
Exercise, diet habits improving in young people Young people are making healthier choices like exercising more and eating more fruits and vegetables—but they may need to do more before obesity rates start to decline. Read more