Consumer Health

Hypothermia With frigid temperatures across much of the country recently, a simple walk outside can be dangerous if you don't take precautions. Hypothermia is a ...

Alzheimer's disease: 7 tips for medical visits People who have dementia due to Alzheimer's disease need regular medical care to address a range of health ...

Is there a universal blood donor type? Ideally, blood transfusions are done with donated blood that's an exact match for type and rhesus, or Rh, ...

5 easy steps to change bad food habits at work  Somewhere between the early-morning doughnuts, grabbing lunch at the computer, and a late-afternoon stop at ...

Senior health: How to prevent and detect malnutrition Good nutrition is critical to overall health and well-being; yet, many older adults are at risk of ...

Over-the-counter sleep aids You've followed the usual tips for getting enough sleep — sleeping on a regular schedule, avoiding caffeine and daytime naps, exercising regularly, ...

Thermometers: Understand the options Are you ready for cold and flu season? A thermometer may come in handy, but choosing one that meets your family's ...

Food poisoning: How long can you safely keep leftovers? Food poisoning, also called foodborne illness, is caused by harmful organisms, such as bacteria, in contaminated ...

Diabetes diet: Create your healthy eating plan A diabetes diet simply means eating the healthiest foods in moderate amounts and sticking to regular mealtimes. It's ...

Caregiving: Tips for long-distance caregivers National Family Caregivers Month, celebrated each November, is a time to recognize and honor family caregivers. Long-distance caregiving poses unique ...

Moisturizers: Options for softer, healthier skin Fall's cooler temperatures and lower humidity may be drying out your skin. Moisturizers prevent and treat dry skin, protect ...

Seasonal affective disorder: Symptoms and treatment Seasonal affective disorder is a type of depression that's related to changes in seasons. For most people with seasonal ...