Healthy Aging - Common Diseases & Conditions

Educate yourself on what can happen so you can take the steps now to change your outcome for the better.

Could half the country be diabetic in 10 years? Here are changes you can make now to keep this scary prediction from becoming reality.

Make this year the best for your heart with these seven tips to help keep your heart in tip-top shape.

Down the road might you notice some not-so-nice symptoms from getting rid of this organ?

While there may be some things about aging that are less than lovable, it turns out that hitting those milestone birthdays often means there are plenty of positives to celebrate. Here are a few.

Heart disease may be the leading cause of death for both men and women, but there are many things you can do now to avoid it.

While the damage this condition does to the eye is largely preventable, unfortunately many people aren't aware they have glaucoma until it's too late.

Diabetes increases risk of erectile dysfunction, but there are ways to keep your sex life satisfying.

A new study finds that heart disease patients' risk of suffering a major cardiovascular event can be measured by their resting heart rate.

This intense therapeutic experience manipulates your fascia, the connective tissue around muscles, to restructure your physique.

From the moment you are diagnosed with cancer, you become a survivor. And you are in good company. In 2010, the number of people in the U.S. living with cancer exceeded 11 million.

Deep-vein thrombosis (DVT) is a very scary condition that can be fatal. What do you need to know about DVT to ensure it doesn't happen to you?

Which veggies promise to reduce age-related memory deficits?

Teenagers may be irresponsible about a lot of things, but when it comes to condom use, they're actually more careful than grownups.

Vitamins keep your body in top working order. And while everyone needs a variety of vitamins, there are a few nutrients that are particularly necessary for men.

Increases in accidental overdoses of over-the-counter, prescription, and illegal drugs are one of the fastest-rising causes of accidental death in the U.S.

Poor circulation can cause numbness, cold hands and feet, and other unpleasant symptoms. But a sluggish blood flow isn't something you have to live with. You can boost your circulation and get that blood moving through your body.

Sleeping soundly isn't just good for you it's good for your heart, especially if you're a man.

Your knees have a heavy load to bear. They support a good percentage of your body weight and have been doing so since you learned to walk. So it's no surprise that as you get older, your knees may experience a little (or a lot) more trouble than they used to.

What are the challenges of getting a good night's rest and what's the best advice for addressing common sleep issues?

It turns out memory problems are not necessarily a normal sign of aging.

A recent study found that men who have insomnia are four times more likely to die when compared to men who reported sleeping well.

Resveratrol, a plant compound found in red wine and red grapes, has for some time been touted as a key to longevity.

Recent research shows that brittle bones, long considered a women's problem, is taking a significant toll on men.

Could type 2 diabetes be a precursor to Alzheimer's disease? A study team out of Japan has just released research results that suggest this possibility.

Steps you can take to help ensure your health well into your golden years.

Larger head size may be an advantage to people with Alzheimer s disease.

About six million men in the United States suffer from depression, according to the National Institute of Mental Health. While the stigma of mental health disorders is fading, some men are still reluctant to talk about, or seek help for, depression.

An overview of the link between rheumatoid arthritis and osteoporosis. Plus, how to build healthy bones and reduce your risk of this bone-thinning disease that increases your risk of fractures.

If you're reaching your golden years and find yourself experiencing a host of respiratory symptoms, you could be one of the many senior citizens dealing with asthma, even if you don t yet know it.