Healthy Living

While one in eight women will develop breast cancer in their lifetime, early detection ups your chances of successful treatment. If the pandemic disrupted your usual preventive care routine, here’s how to catch up
The older you get, the wiser you’ll be, if you tap the knowledge you’ve gained over the years. Still, memory slips are part of aging. These science-backed ideas can help you stay sharp
It sounds simple: To maintain your weight and protect your health, you need to burn as many calories as you eat and drink. But at this stage of life you’re likely moving less overall, even if you exercise. Here’s help!
This condition can damage your heart, blood vessels, and kidneys. With self-care, you can help prevent diabetes and minimize its complications
Of the 5 million Americans treated for skin cancer each year, most are seniors. Yet only a quarter of older adults use sunscreen regularly. Shane Chapman, M.D., chair of dermatology at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon, New Hampshire, answers questions.