Fitness basics
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Latex allergy
This allergy is a reaction to proteins in natural rubber latex — found in medical gloves, balloons and more. Find out how to avoid many common triggers.
Exercise and chronic disease: Get the facts
Find out about the benefits of working out with a long-lasting disease and how to exercise safely.
Aging: What to expect
Understand the natural changes that come with aging.
Alzheimer's genes: Are you at risk?
What role do genes play in developing Alzheimer's? Are you at risk?
Smokeless tobacco products
Learn the risks of using products such as chewing tobacco, snuff and snus.
Exercise: 7 benefits of regular physical activity
Improve your heart health, mood, stamina and more with regular physical activity.
Stress symptoms: Effects on your body and behavior
Learn how stress symptoms can affect your health so that you can take action.
Exercise and illness: Work out with a cold?
Play it smart. Ease up on exercise if you have a cold.
Fitness program: 5 steps to get started
Starting a fitness program is easier than you might think. Follow these five steps.
Sickle cell anemia
Learn about the symptoms, causes and treatment of this inherited blood disorder that, in the United States, is more common among Black people.
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