Healthy Aging - Common Diseases & Conditions

Feel like you're dealing with yeast infections all the time? Learn more about this common problem.

Chronic fatigue syndrome is a complicated condition distinguished by fatigue that isn't relieved by rest. Does this sound familiar?

Have you ever developed an unexplained bump on your hand or foot? If so, it was probably a ganglion cyst.

Vitiligo occurs when the cells that produce melanin die, or no longer form melanin. This causes white patches to appear on the skin, and sometimes even the hair and eyes.

Sure, there are moves to avoid, but there are also certain ones that can help with strength and posture.

People often report feeling more energetic and more focused when they stop eating gluten. But starting a gluten-free diet without consulting your doctor can compromise your health. Here's why.

If you have gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), a promising new treatment may help provide relief from your symptoms.

A cataract is a clouding of the lens inside the eye, which leads to impaired vision. Most cataracts are related to aging, but some are not. Here's the whole story.

Excessive bathroom trips could be solved by this treatment option that's less invasive than surgery.

Spinal manipulation is a helpful element of ongoing pain treatment for many. Learn what to expect from your visit to the chiropractor.

From the harvesting of stem cells without embryos to a pill that delays aging, we've rounded up a few of medicine's amazing advances coming down the pike.

These simple tips will help you clear away the clouds to let the sunshine in again.

Therapy can be an effective tool when coping with difficult situations, but many insurances plans don't cover mental health services, or they require expensive co-pays. Here are some ways to find affordable treatment.

For many, sinusitis means uncomfortable symptoms that may require the right treatment to overcome.

Osteoporosis is often associated with age, but smoking, alcohol abuse, and poor nutrition can play a role as well.

Heartburn is a symptom of GERD. And there s more to know about how these conditions are distinct.

A diagnosis of breast cancer is not as straightforward as you might imagine (or hope). There are several different types of breast cancer, some more serious than others. Get the facts.

What are the types, causes, risk factors, and treatments of this hard to control, and sometimes embarrassing, condition?

It's used to everything from trucks to generators, but it's now clear diesel fumes are tied to cancer. What can you do about it?

Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's disease can be a challenge. Follow these tips to make it easier.

These simple tests can help detect common health conditions before they escalate.

Caregiving expert Jackie Pinkowitz discusses the difference between age-related memory problems and Alzheimer's disease.

Do you have an elderly relative you suspect may be starting to suffer from memory impairment? It's worth your while to have him or her be seen by a doctor and, if necessary, receive treatment even if the condition doesn't seem serious.

Have you noticed that your fast-acting relief inhaler isn't providing as much relief as you'd expect? If you're an older person who smoked, it's possible that in addition to asthma, you could have another ailment called Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD).

Mammograms save lives. Or do they? Breast cancer deaths have declined over the past two decades. Is this due to routine screenings or better treatment techniques?

You know it does, but do you know how and why smoking is one of the greatest health risks out there? Understanding what's behind the risk might help you or a loved one give them up for good.

Asking the right questions of yourself and your loved ones could save lives.

When you have prostate cancer, you want to get better as quickly as possible. Fortunately, you can improve your chances of a successful recovery.

You've heard they do. You've heard they don't. So, what are the experts saying about the real risk?

An occasional increase in blood pressure above your average reading is not usually a cause for alarm. But over time, and if those spikes occur frequently enough, they can cause damage to your blood vessels, heart, and kidneys.