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5 Carbs That Help with Weight Loss

Almost every health magazine you read paints carbohydrates as the enemy.

5 Myths About Organ Donation

Your one body can have a tremendous impact: just one organ donor can save up to 8 lives. Currently, more than 123,000 people are waiting for an organ, according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. An average of 18 people die everyday waiting for organs, and yet a recent study found that over one-third of Americans were hesitant to register as donors.

Flesh-Eating Bacteria at Florida Beaches: How You Can Stay Safe

When temperatures hit 90 degrees or more, many of us hit the beach to cool off.

Your Lingering Cold Could Be Walking Pneumonia

If you a have lingering cold with a persistent cough, it might be walking pneumonia. You may feel bad, but you can still function. The question is: Should you?

What an Early Lung Cancer Diagnosis Means for You

Lung cancer, the leading cause of all cancer deaths, is scary because it grows quietly and is sometimes only discovered when you have an X-ray or CT scan for an unrelated issue.

5 Things Your OB-GYN Wants You To Know About C-sections

Alcohol – Even in Moderation – Can Increase Your Cancer Risk

Do you enjoy an occasional cocktail or glass of wine? You might want to consider a nonalcoholic beverage instead.  Drinking alcohol – any amount of booze, really – can put you at higher risk for more than half a dozen cancers.

6 Things To Know Before Breast Cancer Surgery

If you’re facing surgery for breast cancer, you probably have lots of questions, including what type of surgery, reconstruction options, what to expect during recovery and why you may be asked to consider genetic testing.

Getting Sick May Help Your Child Later in Life

As a parent, it’s natural to worry when your child gets sick. But understanding how infections affect the immune system – and that they can actually keep your child healthier later on – can help ease your concerns.

Trouble Losing Weight as You Get Older? It’s not Impossible