Definition & Facts for Crohn’s Disease
What is Crohn’s disease? Crohn’s disease is a chronic disease in which abnormal reactions of the immune system cause inflammation in your digestive tract. Most commonly, Crohn’s disease affects your small intestine and the beginning of your large intestine. However, the disease may affect any part of your digestive tract, from your mouth to your anus. […]
Heart Disease Risk Factors
For Everyone DECEMBER 2, 2024 Heart Disease Risk Factors KEY POINTS Several health conditions can increase your risk for heart disease. Your lifestyle can increase your risk for heart disease. Overview Several health conditions, your lifestyle, and your age and family history can increase your risk for heart disease. These are called risk factors. Key […]
Tips to Support Healthy Routines for Children and Teens
For Everyone DECEMBER 20, 2024 Tips to Support Healthy Routines for Children and Teens KEY POINTS Healthy lifestyle behaviors are the building blocks of lifelong well-being for children and teens. Parents, caregivers, and teachers can help children and teens develop healthy habits. Why it matters Healthy eating and physical activity are important for growth and […]
7 Ways to Manage Your Stress
June 5, 2018 Lynn Bufka Stress occurs when you feel like the demands placed on you — such as work, school, or relationships — exceed your ability to cope. It can be a reaction to a short-lived situation, such as being stuck in traffic or late for an appointment, or it can last a long […]
Calcium and Vitamin D: Important for Bone Health
The foods we eat contain a variety of vitamins, minerals, and other important nutrients that help keep our bodies healthy. We need to get enough of two nutrients in particular, calcium and vitamin D, to help keep our bones strong. What does calcium do for our bones? Calcium is a mineral. Our bodies contain many […]
Distracted Driving
For Everyone MAY 16, 2024 Distracted Driving KEY POINTS Anything that takes your attention away from driving can be a distraction. Distracted driving can increase the chance of a motor vehicle crash. Distracted driving is preventable. Do not multi-task while driving. Overview Distracted driving is doing another activity that takes the driver’s attention away from […]
Buffering Childhood Stress
Safe, Secure Relationships for Better Health En español Send us your comments (link sends e-mail) All kids feel stressed from time to time. They may worry about friends, homework, or a big test. Stress is normal. But some kids go through extremely stressful or traumatic situations. These can lead to physical and mental health conditions […]
Child Passenger Safety
KEY POINTS Motor vehicle injuries are a leading cause of death among children in the U.S., but many of these deaths can be prevented. To reduce risk of serious injury and death, properly buckle children in car seats, booster seats, or seat belts appropriate for their age and size. Fast facts In 2022, 599 child […]
An Ounce of Prevention – Pros and Cons of Disease Screenings
En español Send us your comments (link sends e-mail) Lots of diseases start silently. Conditions like high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and even cancer may have no symptoms at the start. Screening refers to looking for signs of disease in seemingly healthy people. Finding problems early can help you start treatment and make helpful lifestyle […]
Fun Summer Days
Eating Better, Getting Active En español Send us your comments (link sends e-mail) School’s out. Things are slow at work. And the warmer weather brings lots of new opportunities to improve your health: plenty of fresh, local produce and more choices for outside activities. Here’s how to make the most of the summer months. “When […]