Beat the Winter Blues
Shedding Light on Seasonal Sadness As the days get shorter, many people find themselves feeling sad. You might feel blue around the winter holidays, or get into a slump after the fun and festivities have ended. Some people have more serious mood changes year after year, lasting throughout the fall and winter when there’s less […]
What Is Angina?
Español Angina can be a warning sign that you are at a higher risk of having a heart attack. If you have chest pain that does not go away, call 9-1-1 immediately. Angina, also known as angina pectoris, is chest pain or discomfort that occurs when part of your heart muscle does not get enough […]
High Cholesterol Facts
For Everyone OCT. 24, 2024 KEY POINTS High total cholesterol is 240 mg/dL or more. High cholesterol has no symptoms, so many people don’t know that their cholesterol is too high. A simple blood test can check cholesterol levels. High total cholesterol in the United States Between 2017 and 2020, 10% of adults age 20 […]
Spook-tacular Healthy Halloween Ideas
“Trick-or-treating” or more recently “Trunk-or-Treating” is a Halloween custom for many American families. According to the US Census Bureau 2015 Population Estimates, there are an estimated 41.1 million potential trick-or-treaters – children ages 5 to 14 – across the United States. Of course, children younger than 5 years old and older than 14 (adults included) […]
Arthritis Basics
For Everyone MARCH 22, 2024 KEY POINTS Arthritis affects about 1 in 5 U.S. adults. It affects the joints, tissues around the joint, and other connective tissues. Arthritis is a leading cause of work disability among adults. People with other chronic conditions—such as obesity, diabetes, and heart disease—often have arthritis. Overview Arthritis is a general […]
Breast Cancer Awareness
For Everyone JULY 30, 2025 ESPAÑOL WHAT TO KNOW Ask your doctor when you should get a mammogram. Overview Other than skin cancer, breast cancer is the most common cancer among American women. For many women, mammograms are the best way to find breast cancer early, when it is easier to treat. Mammograms can find […]
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 […]