After age 65, your body can't adjust to changes in air temperature -- especially heat -- as quickly as it did when you were younger. That puts you at risk for heat-related illnesses.
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Your Complete Guide to Being Well and Staying Healthy
Wellness
Back and Neck Care
Millions of Americans suffer from back pain every year. The reasons for the
pain are many, including bad posture, accidents, improper lifting, obesity,
and weak muscles. Practice prevention to minimize your risk for back
pain — get regular exercise, lose any excess weight, and learn good posture.
Outcome Improvement
Asthma Management
Are you all too familiar with the coughing and wheezing that remind you that you have asthma? Asthma can be a serious problem, but it doesn’t have to stop you in your tracks. With the help of your health care team, you can keep your asthma under control.
Your Family
Children's Health
You want the best for your child, from good nutrition to effective discipline to a breadth of life opportunities.
Health Tip of the Day
Do Something Different
Try these ideas when you need a fresh start:
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Go for a walk. If the weather is rainy, do your walking at the local mall.
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Plan mini-vacations, such as a weekend or day trip. To break up a routine that's become monotonous, you need new things to look forward to.
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Invite company over.
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Create separate space: Mom's night out. Dad's afternoon out. An outing with friends for the kids.