Prevention

Senior African Male Measuring Arterial Blood Pressure Having Hypertension Indoor

Senior African Male Measuring Arterial Blood Pressure Having Hypertension Indoor

Self-Checks to Do at Home

Breast self-exams, temperature checks and even measuring heart rate are all things that can be indicators of how healthy a person is.

Tips for Long-Distance Caregiving

Older woman talks with a younger family member

Older woman talks with a younger family member

If you live at a distance, here are tips for maximizing your caregiver effectiveness – and maintaining your peace of mind.

Caucasian woman has a problem with bulimic and sitting at the couch at home

Caucasian woman has a problem with bulimic and sitting at the couch at home

Disordered Eating vs. Feeding and Eating Disorders: Signs to Watch For

Learning the different types of eating disorders, as well as the signs of an eating problem, can help as a first step. Here's what you need to know.

Colon Broom Craze: The Health Effects of the Social Media Trend

Woman talks with a nutritionist about colon broom

Woman talks with a nutritionist about colon broom

Laxatives can cause short-term weight loss due to lost water. Overuse or improper use can lead to dehydration and ultimately put you at risk for colon cancer.

A food sensitivity test tube is pictured above a table full of food.

A food sensitivity test tube is pictured above a table full of food.

What is a Food Sensitivity Test?

Food sensitivity tests may give us clues about what causes certain digestive issues. But they are not FDA-approved. So how accurate are they?

How Much Water Do You Need?

A woman stands at a kitchen sink filling her teal water bottle.

A woman stands at a kitchen sink filling her teal water bottle.

Are you drinking enough water? Find out why staying hydrated goes far in keeping you healthy.

Close up of a doctor doing a medical exam while both him and the patient are wearing protective masks

Close up of a doctor doing a medical exam while both him and the patient are wearing protective masks

Preventing Cervical Cancer: Why Pap Test Rules Have Changed

Guidelines on when women should get Pap and HPV screenings for cervical cancer have changed recently. Women should talk to their doctor about options.

Surprising Ways to Keep Your Skin Healthy All Winter Long

Surprising Ways to Keep Your Skin Healthy

Surprising Ways to Keep Your Skin Healthy

Don’t let harsh winds and dry indoor heat ruin your skin. Give these five tips a try and you should stay radiant all winter long!

how to drive in winter weather

how to drive in winter weather

Stay Safe Michigan! How to Drive on Winter Roads

Preparing and knowing how to handle an emergency are two of the most important things you can do before getting behind the wheel in the winter.

Why Indoor Plants Are Good for Your Mental Health

Portrait of a young African American woman watering plants and enjoying

Portrait of a young African American woman watering plants and enjoying

Ready to lower your blood pressure and feel more relaxed? Invest in a few new indoor plants.