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A fresh set of 15 expert health articles every day — new picks at midnight.

Mental Health4 min read

Get Support If You're a Caregiver

When you're taking care of a loved one, it’s important to care for yourself, too. The emotional and physical stress of being a caregiver can cause health problems — so get the…

Read articleHeart Health6 min read

Lower Your Risk of Stroke

You can help lower your risk of stroke by making healthy changes. These are the most important steps you can take to lower your risk of stroke: Keep your blood pressure and…

Read articleDoctor Visits9 min read

Get Your Blood Pressure Checked

Nearly half of all adults in the United States have high blood pressure. High blood pressure raises your risk for serious health problems, including stroke and heart attack. Get…

Read articleMental Health2 min read

Support a Loved One at the Doctor: Quick Tips

When someone is visiting the doctor, it may help to have a loved one there to listen and ask questions. This is especially true for people managing a chronic (long-term) health…

Read articleLung Cancer9 min read

Quit Smoking

Quitting smoking is one of the most important things you can do for your health. The sooner you quit, the sooner your body can start to heal. You'll feel better and have more…

Read articleHelping a Loved One1 min read

Heart Health: Conversation Starters

It can be hard to talk to a family member or friend about making heart-healthy changes, but it’s important. In fact, heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and…

Read articleNutrition and Physical Activity4 min read

Eat Healthy During Pregnancy: Quick Tips

When you're pregnant, you need more of certain nutrients — like protein, iron, folic acid, iodine, and choline. It’s also important to get enough calcium, vitamin D, potassium,…

Read articleSubstance Use and Misuse7 min read

Talk with Your Doctor About Drug Misuse and Substance Use Disorder

If you’re worried about your drug use, talk with a doctor about getting help. What is drug misuse? Drug misuse includes: Using illegal drugs, like heroin or cocaine Using…

Read articleCheckups for Children and Teens10 min read

Make the Most of Your Baby’s Visit to the Doctor (Ages 0 to 11 Months)

Babies need to see the doctor or nurse for a “well-baby visit” 6 times before their first birthday. A well-baby visit (also called a checkup) is when you take your baby to the…

Read articleCervical Cancer4 min read

Get Your Child the HPV Vaccine

All pre-teens need 2 doses of the HPV vaccine (shot) when they are age 11 or 12. What is HPV? HPV (human papillomavirus) is a very common infection that can cause cancer. HPV…

Read articleDoctor and Midwife Visits12 min read

Have a Healthy Pregnancy

Health care during pregnancy is called prenatal care. Getting prenatal care can help you have a healthy pregnancy and a healthier baby. It also lowers the risk of your baby being…

Read articleColorectal Cancer1 min read

Colorectal Cancer Screening: Conversation Starters

Everyone ages 45 to 75 years needs to get screened (tested) regularly for colorectal cancer. If you're worried about a family member or friend who has put off getting screened,…

Read articleSubstance Use and Misuse2 min read

Drug Misuse and Substance Use Disorder: Conversation Starters

Drug misuse is when a person uses drugs to get high or uses them differently than you’re supposed to. This includes illegal drugs (like heroin or cocaine), prescription drugs, and…

Read articleHelping a Loved One2 min read

Anxiety: Conversation Starters

Anxiety — an overwhelming feeling of fear, dread, and worry — can make it hard for people to do everyday activities. Letting a friend or loved one with anxiety know that you…

Read articleCheckups for Adults4 min read

Choosing a Doctor: Quick Tips

A primary care doctor (or a primary care provider) is usually the health care provider people see most often — and many people see the same primary care doctor for many years.…

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