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Coronary artery disease (CAD) is the most common type of heart disease. It is the leading cause of death in the United States in both men and women. Determine your risk for developing CAD using this assessment tool.

In Good HealthSee All
Maintaining a healthy diet is one of the best weapons for fighting cardiovascular disease and other heart conditions. ...more
 Exercise Your Way to a Healthy Heart in Being Active
Physical inactivity is just as big a risk factor for heart disease as high blood pressure and smoking are. So, be the exception rather than the rule. Read on for some great ways to exercise for a healthier heart. ...more
 Simple Exercises to Make You Limber in Being Active
Stretching is an easy thing you can do to improve your health, yet it's often the most neglected part of people's fitness regimens. Stretching can reduce your injury risk and help you become more limber, regardless of your age and physical condition. ...more
 Major Depression in Stress and Depression
Depression is a serious mood disorder. It touches every part of your life and is caused by a chemical imbalance in your brain. Treatment involves medicine and counseling. ...more
Depression is not a natural part of growing old. It's a health condition that should be treated aggressively. Read on to learn more. ...more
Quality time should be woven into our lives. As our children get older and slip away, we need to stop worrying about the extraordinary and think more about the ordinary." ...more
Anger, fear, separation anxiety, a sense of abandonment, self-blame, sadness, and embarrassment are common reactions to divorce for most children. ...more
 Overview of Sleep Problems in Sleeping Well
There are many types of sleep problems. They can interfere with health and quality of life. Sleep problems can range from insomnia to snoring. ...more
Diet and ExerciseWell BeingPreventive CareTeam Up with Your Health Care Provider
Maintaining a healthy diet is one of the best weapons for fighting cardiovascular disease and other heart conditions. ...more
 Exercise Your Way to a Healthy Heart in Being Active
Physical inactivity is just as big a risk factor for heart disease as high blood pressure and smoking are. So, be the exception rather than the rule. Read on for some great ways to exercise for a healthier heart. ...more
 Simple Exercises to Make You Limber in Being Active
Stretching is an easy thing you can do to improve your health, yet it's often the most neglected part of people's fitness regimens. Stretching can reduce your injury risk and help you become more limber, regardless of your age and physical condition. ...more
 Major Depression in Stress and Depression
Depression is a serious mood disorder. It touches every part of your life and is caused by a chemical imbalance in your brain. Treatment involves medicine and counseling. ...more
Depression is not a natural part of growing old. It's a health condition that should be treated aggressively. Read on to learn more. ...more
Quality time should be woven into our lives. As our children get older and slip away, we need to stop worrying about the extraordinary and think more about the ordinary." ...more
Anger, fear, separation anxiety, a sense of abandonment, self-blame, sadness, and embarrassment are common reactions to divorce for most children. ...more
 Overview of Sleep Problems in Sleeping Well
There are many types of sleep problems. They can interfere with health and quality of life. Sleep problems can range from insomnia to snoring. ...more
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Health IssuesSee All
Detailed information and illustrations about the 2 coronary arteries, which supply blood to the heart muscle. ...more
 Coronary Heart Disease in Heart Disease
A person with coronary heart disease has fatty deposits that have built up in the coronary arteries. These deposits narrow the arteries and can decrease or block the flow of blood to the heart. ...more
 Stroke in Stroke
A stroke, or brain attack, happens when blood flow to your brain is stopped. It is an emergency situation. ...more
 Tests to Diagnose a Stroke in Stroke
Tests that may be used to help diagnose a stroke include a CT scan or MRI, and an electroencephalogram. ...more
An electrocardiogram (ECG) is one of the simplest and fastest tests used to evaluate the heart. Electrodes (small, plastic patches that stick to the skin) are placed at certain locations on the chest, arms, and legs. When the electrodes are connected to an ECG machine by lead wires, the electrical activity of the heart is measured, interpreted, and printed out. ...more
An electrocardiogram (ECG) is one of the simplest and fastest tests used to evaluate the heart. For this test, electrodes (small, plastic patches that stick to the skin) are placed at certain spots on the chest, arms, and legs. When the electrodes are connected to an ECG machine by wires, the electrical activity of the heart is measured, interpreted, and printed out. ...more
Details about the size, location, and function of the prostate gland, including a diagram. ...more
 Prostate Biopsy in Prostate Tests & Procedures
A prostate biopsy is done after other tests show that there may be a problem with the prostate gland. It is the best method to diagnose prostate cancer. Read on to learn what to expect before, during, and after the procedure. ...more
Heart Disease and StrokeProstate HealthConditions of Concern to MenObesity
Detailed information and illustrations about the 2 coronary arteries, which supply blood to the heart muscle. ...more
 Coronary Heart Disease in Heart Disease
A person with coronary heart disease has fatty deposits that have built up in the coronary arteries. These deposits narrow the arteries and can decrease or block the flow of blood to the heart. ...more
 Stroke in Stroke
A stroke, or brain attack, happens when blood flow to your brain is stopped. It is an emergency situation. ...more
 Tests to Diagnose a Stroke in Stroke
Tests that may be used to help diagnose a stroke include a CT scan or MRI, and an electroencephalogram. ...more
An electrocardiogram (ECG) is one of the simplest and fastest tests used to evaluate the heart. Electrodes (small, plastic patches that stick to the skin) are placed at certain locations on the chest, arms, and legs. When the electrodes are connected to an ECG machine by lead wires, the electrical activity of the heart is measured, interpreted, and printed out. ...more
An electrocardiogram (ECG) is one of the simplest and fastest tests used to evaluate the heart. For this test, electrodes (small, plastic patches that stick to the skin) are placed at certain spots on the chest, arms, and legs. When the electrodes are connected to an ECG machine by wires, the electrical activity of the heart is measured, interpreted, and printed out. ...more
Details about the size, location, and function of the prostate gland, including a diagram. ...more
 Prostate Biopsy in Prostate Tests & Procedures
A prostate biopsy is done after other tests show that there may be a problem with the prostate gland. It is the best method to diagnose prostate cancer. Read on to learn what to expect before, during, and after the procedure. ...more
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Sexual Health & ReproductionSee All
Erectile dysfunction is the inability for the penis to get or stay erect for sex. It's often a side effect of the treatments for prostate cancer. Read on to learn more. ...more
 Peyronie Disease in Adult Male
Peyronie disease causes hard, flat plaque to form under the skin on the tissue of the penis. The plaque often starts as an inflammation that may develop into scar tissue. It can cause pain and a sharp curve in the penis during erections. ...more
Women suffer more frequent and severe symptoms from STDs. Some STDs can cause pelvic inflammatory disease, which can lead to both infertility and ectopic pregnancy. ...more
 HIV AIDS in Adult Male , Adolescent Male
AIDS is caused by the human immunodeficiency virus, which kills or impairs cells of the immune system and progressively destroys the body's ability to fight infections and certain cancers. ...more
Adult Male Adolescent Male
Erectile dysfunction is the inability for the penis to get or stay erect for sex. It's often a side effect of the treatments for prostate cancer. Read on to learn more. ...more
 Peyronie Disease in Adult Male
Peyronie disease causes hard, flat plaque to form under the skin on the tissue of the penis. The plaque often starts as an inflammation that may develop into scar tissue. It can cause pain and a sharp curve in the penis during erections. ...more
Women suffer more frequent and severe symptoms from STDs. Some STDs can cause pelvic inflammatory disease, which can lead to both infertility and ectopic pregnancy. ...more
 HIV AIDS in Adult Male , Adolescent Male
AIDS is caused by the human immunodeficiency virus, which kills or impairs cells of the immune system and progressively destroys the body's ability to fight infections and certain cancers. ...more
Sports InjuriesSee All
 Sports Injuries in Sports Injuries
Many sports injuries can be prevented with proper conditioning and training, wearing appropriate protective gear, and using proper equipment....more
 Exercise in Sports Injuries
Physical activity is an important action that people can engage in to improve their health. Experts advise getting at least 150 minutes to 300 minutes of moderate-intensity, aerobic physical activity every week for major health benefits. ...more
 Sports-Related Injuries in Sports Injuries
What is a contusion? A sprain? A strain? Find out more about these common sports injuries....more
 Strength Training at Home in Sports Injuries
Getting to the gym for a weight workout isn't always easy. That's why it pays to have weights at home as a backup, or even as a substitute. ...more
 Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome in Sports Injuries
Patellofemoral pain syndrome means that you have dull pain around the front of the knee (patella). This is where the knee connects with the lower end of the thighbone (femur). ...more
 Preventing Sports Injuries in Sports Injuries
Read on for helpful steps to take to prevent sports injuries....more
 Stress Fractures of the Foot in Sports Injuries
Stress fractures are weak spots or small cracks in the bone caused by continuous overuse. They often occur in the foot after training for basketball, running, and other sports. ...more
 Shin Splints in Sports Injuries
Shin splints refers to pain and tenderness along or just behind the large bone in the lower leg (the tibia). ...more
 Sports Injuries in Sports Injuries
Many sports injuries can be prevented with proper conditioning and training, wearing appropriate protective gear, and using proper equipment....more
 Exercise in Sports Injuries
Physical activity is an important action that people can engage in to improve their health. Experts advise getting at least 150 minutes to 300 minutes of moderate-intensity, aerobic physical activity every week for major health benefits. ...more
 Sports-Related Injuries in Sports Injuries
What is a contusion? A sprain? A strain? Find out more about these common sports injuries....more
 Strength Training at Home in Sports Injuries
Getting to the gym for a weight workout isn't always easy. That's why it pays to have weights at home as a backup, or even as a substitute. ...more
 Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome in Sports Injuries
Patellofemoral pain syndrome means that you have dull pain around the front of the knee (patella). This is where the knee connects with the lower end of the thighbone (femur). ...more
 Preventing Sports Injuries in Sports Injuries
Read on for helpful steps to take to prevent sports injuries....more
 Stress Fractures of the Foot in Sports Injuries
Stress fractures are weak spots or small cracks in the bone caused by continuous overuse. They often occur in the foot after training for basketball, running, and other sports. ...more
 Shin Splints in Sports Injuries
Shin splints refers to pain and tenderness along or just behind the large bone in the lower leg (the tibia). ...more
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Interactive ToolsSee All
 Adult BMI Calculator
Experts are increasingly urging people to know their BMI, a figure that takes into account not just weight but also height to indicate body fat....more
 Target Heart Rate Calculator
Your target heart rate is the range at which sustained physical activity - running, cycling, swimming laps, or any other aerobic exercise - is considered safe and effective....more
 Adult Immunizations Quiz
True or false: Polio vaccines should be kept up-to-date throughout your lifetime....more
 Back Care Quiz
Back pain is a common complaint, but how serious is it? Take this quiz and see how much you know about back care. ...more
 Alcohol Use Assessment
Most adults who drink alcohol are moderate drinkers and are at low risk for alcohol dependence. If you're concerned about drinking use this tool to find out if you have a problem....more
 Coronary Artery Disease Assessment
Coronary artery disease (CAD) is the most common type of heart disease. It is the leading cause of death in the United States in both men and women. Determine your risk for developing CAD using this assessment tool....more
 Adult BMI Calculator
Experts are increasingly urging people to know their BMI, a figure that takes into account not just weight but also height to indicate body fat....more
 Target Heart Rate Calculator
Your target heart rate is the range at which sustained physical activity - running, cycling, swimming laps, or any other aerobic exercise - is considered safe and effective....more
 Adult Immunizations Quiz
True or false: Polio vaccines should be kept up-to-date throughout your lifetime....more
 Back Care Quiz
Back pain is a common complaint, but how serious is it? Take this quiz and see how much you know about back care. ...more
 Alcohol Use Assessment
Most adults who drink alcohol are moderate drinkers and are at low risk for alcohol dependence. If you're concerned about drinking use this tool to find out if you have a problem....more
 Coronary Artery Disease Assessment
Coronary artery disease (CAD) is the most common type of heart disease. It is the leading cause of death in the United States in both men and women. Determine your risk for developing CAD using this assessment tool....more
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 Creating a Quit Tobacco Plan
See how a plan to quit using tobacco - including identifying your reasons for using tobacco, the triggers that cause you to use tobacco and how to avoid your triggers - can help you quit successfully....more
 The Risks of Being Overweight
Watch this video to learn the health risks associated with being overweight as well as some of the ways used to determine if you are considered overweight....more
 Creating a Quit Tobacco Plan
See how a plan to quit using tobacco - including identifying your reasons for using tobacco, the triggers that cause you to use tobacco and how to avoid your triggers - can help you quit successfully....more
 The Risks of Being Overweight
Watch this video to learn the health risks associated with being overweight as well as some of the ways used to determine if you are considered overweight....more
NewslettersSee All
While medical advancements have made aging easier for some, changes in society may make it more difficult for others. There is an increasing number of older Americans who don’t have a family member or caretaker looking after their needs. This growing group is called elder orphans. ...more
For a fun, active solution that also benefits your physical health, try orienteering. It’s an activity that combines exercise with reading a map and using a compass....more
Who doesn’t want to add time—and vigor—to their years? One way to do this: through physical activity. ...more
Back pain can be as varied as the sources that cause it. But what do you do when back pain occurs? How do you deal with the pain—and when does it warrant a trip to a healthcare provider?...more
Exercising is one of the best things you can do for overall health. With a new year upon us, now is the perfect time to make resolutions for more movement. ...more
It’s normal to worry about your family, health, or finances sometimes. And in the short term, having some anxiety isn’t bad. It can help you focus and cope during stressful situations. ...more
Walking is among the most common exercises for good reason—it’s simple, it’s inexpensive, and it has a whole host of health benefits. While many take to a sidewalk or trail, don’t overlook indoor options, including the treadmill. ...more
Having attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) doesn’t have to get in your way. But being organized might not come as naturally to you. To boost your productivity and feel less overwhelmed or anxious, try these 5 organizational tips: ...more
While medical advancements have made aging easier for some, changes in society may make it more difficult for others. There is an increasing number of older Americans who don’t have a family member or caretaker looking after their needs. This growing group is called elder orphans. ...more
For a fun, active solution that also benefits your physical health, try orienteering. It’s an activity that combines exercise with reading a map and using a compass....more
Who doesn’t want to add time—and vigor—to their years? One way to do this: through physical activity. ...more
Back pain can be as varied as the sources that cause it. But what do you do when back pain occurs? How do you deal with the pain—and when does it warrant a trip to a healthcare provider?...more
Exercising is one of the best things you can do for overall health. With a new year upon us, now is the perfect time to make resolutions for more movement. ...more
It’s normal to worry about your family, health, or finances sometimes. And in the short term, having some anxiety isn’t bad. It can help you focus and cope during stressful situations. ...more
Walking is among the most common exercises for good reason—it’s simple, it’s inexpensive, and it has a whole host of health benefits. While many take to a sidewalk or trail, don’t overlook indoor options, including the treadmill. ...more
Having attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) doesn’t have to get in your way. But being organized might not come as naturally to you. To boost your productivity and feel less overwhelmed or anxious, try these 5 organizational tips: ...more
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