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High temperatures and humidity can cause serious health consequences for people with high blood pressure and heart disease. Learn warning signs that your body isn't keeping up with the heat.

When you focus on heart health, you're not only benefitting your heart, you're improving other areas of your life. Get tips to keep your heart as healthy as it can be.

The thyroid gland makes a hormone that regulates metabolism. Sometimes it can make too little or too much of the hormone, resulting in thyroid disease. Find out the types, symptoms and treatments.

I challenge you to not only support Breast Cancer Awareness Month but to take your own awareness of breast cancer one step further. I encourage you to be aware of the risk factors for breast cancer an...

OB-GYN and Family Medicine can complete preventive health exams for women. So when do you see an OB-GYN and when should you see a family medicine professional?

Carrying extra pounds was costing Scott Decker money, and the extra weight was on track to cost him a lot more.

Like many of us, Leslie Swoboda has struggled with her weight for yea­rs. She'd tried various weight loss programs, dropping pounds periodically just to regain them after falling back into old habits.

Pain from an irreparable rotator cuff tear kept Fern Rediger from many of her favorite activities. But a reverse shoulder replacement procedure has her back gardening, quilting and playing with her gr...

When tendons become irritated, your finger or thumb can get stuck in a bent or straight position. Find out who typically is affected by trigger finger and how to treat this common condition.

Raising a family isn't always easy. It can be hard to make healthy choices when life is hectic. These tips can help you create healthy habits and make smart choices for your family early on.