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Self Harm — Cutting
Cutting (sometimes called self harm) is the act of purposely cutting yourself with a sharp object, such as a knife…
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Girls and Puberty
Puberty is a time of changes—both physical and emotional. Helping your daughter understand what’s happening and what to expect is…
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Vasectomy: What to Expect
A vasectomy is a procedure that makes a man permanently unable to get a woman pregnant.
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Nutrition Tips for Managing Diabetes
Your diet is one of the best ways to manage diabetes by helping you control the amount of sugar that…
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Chickenpox Vaccine
Chickenpox is a highly contagious disease that is easily preventable with the use of a vaccine.
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Take Care of Yourself Before Pregnancy
Whether you’re planning to become pregnant or not, preconception care during your childbearing years is essential. Here are some things…
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Men: Eat Right, Stay Healthy
Men must follow the same healthy eating guidelines as women to stay well.
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What You Should Know Before You Start A Weight-loss Plan
Trying to lose weight is a good thing, but there are several factors that can affect your efforts to drop…
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Talking to Your Doctor about Alzheimer’s Disease
Worried about memory loss—either in yourself or a loved one? It’s not easy to talk about cognitive changes, but early conversations about Alzheimer’s with your family doctor are important. Whether you're noticing signs of forgetfulness or struggling with confusion, bringing…
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Diagnosis and Treatment of Alzheimer’s Disease
When is forgetfulness a normal part of aging, and when is it something more serious? If you are older and…
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Alzheimer’s disease: Signs and Symptoms
What is Alzheimer’s disease? Alzheimer’s disease is a serious brain disorder. It is the most common form of dementia among older people. The disorder affects thinking and memory skills as well as the ability to complete daily activities and to care for…
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What are Social Determinants of Health?
Our health is influenced by a series of elements including biology, access to and quality of medical care, the environment in which we live, work, and play, and individual behaviors. Other factors that can influence your health are educational level and socioeconomic status, as…
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Flu Risks and Chronic Conditions
Chronic health conditions can increase your risk of being hospitalized with influenza (the flu). Getting an annual flu vaccine is…
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Ideal Weight and BMI
Body mass index (BMI) is a method for measuring your ideal weight. It is used as a screening tool to…
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Teens and Alcohol
Underage drinking can occur in any family. It’s important to talk to your child frequently, and at a young age,…
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Spirituality and Health
Spirituality is the way you find meaning, hope, comfort, and inner peace in your life. Research shows a connection between…
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Screening in Pregnancy
Pregnancy screenings can provide valuable information before your baby is born about the risks for common birth defects.
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How to Use a Metered-Dose Inhaler
A metered dose inhaler is a prescription to treat respiratory problems.
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Developing a Care Plan
Everybody has a health history. It’s important to record this history all in one place. This is done with complete…
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Information for Caregivers
If you’re a caregiver to a loved one, it can take a lot out of you, both physically and…
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