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Wrinkles
These lines in the skin are a natural part of aging that's also affected by sun exposure and smoking. Learn about prevention tips and treatment options.
When to brush your teeth
When should you brush your teeth? Learn how to protect your oral health.
What it takes to be agile at any age
It's never too late to start thinking about flexibility and mobility. Use these tips to stay agile well past middle age.
What is thirdhand smoke, and why is it a concern?
Tobacco smoke creates toxic residue that clings to walls, carpets, clothes and other surfaces.
Want whiter teeth?
If your pearly whites are dulled by surface stains, whitening toothpaste can appear to whiten teeth slightly. Whitening toothpaste can't change the natural color of your teeth, however. For more noticeable results, ask your dentist about tooth-whitening bleaching products.
Video: Endovenous thermal ablation
Video showing endovenous thermal ablation procedure to treat varicose veins.
Tweak your walking routine for muscle and bone health
With a few changes to your regular walking routine, you can keep muscle and bone loss at bay as you age.
Transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP)
Learn about this procedure used to treat urinary problems caused by an enlarged prostate gland.
Toothpicks: For hors d'oeuvres, not teeth
Have something stuck in your teeth? Use a toothbrush, dental floss, or an interdental cleaner — such as a dental pick, pre-threaded flosser, tiny brushes that reach between teeth, a water flosser, or wooden or silicone wedge plaque remover. Save toothpicks for olives. If you use a toothpick to clean your teeth, you could injure your gums and let in bacteria.
Tonic-clonic (grand mal) seizure
Learn about this type of seizure that can cause convulsions. Also know how to help if you see someone having one.
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