Atherosclerosis can cause strokes, heart attacks, and death. But you can prevent this condition with things like a heart-healthy diet, exercise, and keeping a healthy weight.

It seems everyone has an opinion about pacifiers. That's because there are both advantages and disadvantages to using them. Get the full facts so you can make the right choice for your baby.

A growing number of scientific studies indicate that optimistic people tend to live longer and have better physical and mental health than pessimistic people.

You can purchase your own blood pressure monitor and check the reading yourself at home. Here's how.

Millions of us struggle with pain and loss of motion because of joint damage caused by arthritis. If other treatments fail to offer relief, you may wonder about turning in your worn-out joints for new ones.

Healthy eating is one of the best weapons for fighting cardiovascular disease and other heart conditions.

Following the DASH diet reduces blood pressure. This diet is low in saturated fat, cholesterol, and total fat. And it emphasizes fruits, vegetables, and low-fat dairy products. Read on to learn more about it.

Depression is not a natural part of growing old. It's a health condition that should be treated aggressively. Read on to learn more.

For a parent who needs to take an infant's or child's temperature, there are now five digital thermometer choices.

While being a new mom brings lots of joy, it also brings stress--something a crying baby can make worse. Having a better understanding of why your baby cries can help you deal with this stress in a healthy way and help you avoid the most common form of child abuse: Shaken baby syndrome.