Many people with diabetes who use insulin test their glucose 2 to 4 times daily. By tracking changes in the readings, you can tell when your blood glucose goes up or down.

Did you know that smoking cigarettes can make your asthma worse?

If you think you may have allergies, talk with your healthcare provider about getting tested.

Exercise-induced bronchoconstriction is a sudden narrowing of the airways when you exercise. Exercise can make symptoms worse in most people who have asthma.

It is very important to check your asthma symptoms. Then you can take action if there is a change.

Putting babies to sleep on their backs has dramatically reduced the incidence of SIDS. One unexpected side effect: Many infants now have a flattened head.

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.

Did you know you can purchase your own blood pressure monitor and check the reading yourself at home?