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Sunless tanning
Love the sun but not what it does to your skin? If you want that sun-kissed glow without the sun's damaging rays, consider sunless tanning products. These products, also called self-tanners, are commonly sold as lotions, creams and sprays that you apply to your skin. Professional spray-on tanning also is available. Find out how these products work and how to get the best results.

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Are you drinking enough water?
Did you know that you're already dehydrated when you start to feel thirsty? And that how much water you need per day depends on several factors, such as what you eat and the way you move your body? The climate and the weather on any given day also can influence your hydration needs. Here's what you need to know about staying hydrated.

Personal health records and patient portals
A personal health record is a collection of information about your health. This may include your health care providers' names and contact information, appointment schedules, test results, medications and doses, and dates of illnesses and surgeries. Electronic personal health records make your information accessible to you anytime via web-enabled devices, such as computers, smartphones and tablets. In an emergency, you can quickly give first responders vital information. Learn how technology can help you track your health history.

Aging and unsteady gait
With age, there is a natural loss of muscle mass that can lead to a loss of balance and coordination, which can affect the way you walk. This process can be accelerated by neurological disorders, such as dementia, as well as musculoskeletal disorders. There are measures that you can take, though, to improve your strength and maintain mobility. Learn more from Dr. Edward Creagan, an emeritus Mayo Clinic medical oncologist and palliative care specialist.

Is your arthritis pain medication hurting you?
Mild to moderate arthritis pain may be relieved with a combination of self-care measures and lifestyle changes. If you rely on over-the-counter pain relievers to manage your arthritis pain, though, it's important to know the potential side effects. These include stomach bleeding; liver and kidney damage; and increased risk of high blood pressure, heart attack and stroke. Learn more from Dr. April Chang-Miller, a Mayo Clinic rheumatologist.

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