Healthy Living

People smoke for different reasons. Knowing why you smoke can be the first step on the road to quitting.

Caring for a loved one while working outside the home can be a challenging balancing act. Talk to your employer,…

Exercising your brain as you age is important and may help delay the onset of dementia.

Having a healthy heart is vital to your overall health. Two of the simplest yet most important ways to help…

A small amount of sun exposure is good for us, but too much exposure to UV rays is harmful. It…

Chronic health conditions can increase your risk of being hospitalized with influenza (the flu). Getting an annual flu vaccine is…

People from racial and ethnic minority groups are more likely to be hospitalized when they have the flu. They are…

To make healthy eating selections, it’s important to look at what you currently eat and drink. A food habit survey…

Genes are found in chromosomes and are made up of DNA. We inherit genes from our parents. Our gene structure…

Adopting healthy habits allows you to take charge of both your physical and mental health, as well as positively influencing…

Immunizations are important for your health and a requirement for many activities.

A healthy heart is central to overall good health. Embracing a healthy lifestyle at any age can prevent heart disease…

Kegel exercises strengthen the muscles under the uterus, bladder, and bowel (large intestine).

Eating healthy isn’t just about losing weight—it also helps to lower your risk for heart disease and other serious health…

Taking good care of your mouth and teeth can help prevent problems. You can do this by brushing and flossing…

Part of your responsibility as a parent is to teach your children how to lead healthy lives. Learn how to…

A preventive service might be a test, an immunization or vaccine, or advice from your doctor. These services can detect…

Many people enjoy being outside. It’s fun to go to the park, work in the yard, or exercise outside. While those are all good things, make sure you keep your skin sun safe while you’re outside. Path to improved health The sun

Whether you’re planning to become pregnant or not, preconception care during your childbearing years is essential. Here are some things…

Just because you aren’t the person smoking the cigarette doesn’t mean it can’t harm you. Secondhand smoke contains more than…