Seniors' self-care

Plagued by foot odour? Here are several simple steps to dealing with stinky feet.

Calm winter chills and shake off shivers with these cold weather warm-up ideas.

As the first waves of baby boomers arrive at retirement years, maintaining health and wellness is likely to resonate for a growing number of people.

"Male menopause" is a rather inaccurate but popular term used to describe the symptoms of low testosterone levels in older men, which is called andropause. As men age, levels of testosterone can drop by as much as 50%. Other terms for the same condition include male menopause, male climacteric, viropause, and PADAM (Partial Androgen Deficiency in Aging Men, sometimes shortened to ADAM).

Can climate change impact your health?

The name "complementary" hints at the helpful role treatments such as chiropractic manipulation, massage therapy, or acupuncture may play when carefully selected, administered by trained professionals, and combined with more conventional medical therapies in treating complex disorders.

Do you have bad breathing habits?

Can drinking grapefruit juice be dangerous? If you are taking certain medications, the answer is yes. How can grapefruit juice affect my medications? Grapefruit juice can block your body from metabolizing (breaking down) some medications. This can lead to dangerously high levels of medication in the body, which may increase the risk of serious side effects.

'Tis the season for feasting, drinking, and family gatherings! It's too bad that these activities often come with some not-so-welcome guests: heartburn, hangovers and stress, which can dampen anyone's spirits. Fortunately, there are simple strategies to send these problems packing. Hands off the figgy pudding! It's easy to overindulge at this time of year.

5 tips to prevent medication errors.

What should you do when you get a blister on your foot? Should you leave it alone - or pop it? And how can blisters be prevented in the first place?

An ingrown nail can really hurt! Learn more about the causes of ingrown nails and how you can treat and prevent them.

If you've recently had surgery that has left you with an ostomy, you may be worried about how it will affect your life. It is possible to live a normal life with an ostomy. Read on for tips about living with an ostomy.

Could strapping on your iPod put you in peril? Sort the risks from the facts about personal digital music players.

Body odour is embarrassing, but it's common and you can easily prevent and treat it.

If a fear of involuntary urine leakage has you struggling to stifle coughs, sneezes, and laughter, pelvic floor exercises might be the solution for you.

Find out which plastics are safer for your health and the environment.

If you looked inside your medicine cabinet at home, would you find the kinds of supplies you'd need to handle a medical emergency?

Anyone who is immobilized due to illness, injury, or sedation is at risk for developing bedsores, which can lead to serious and life-threatening complications. Read on to learn important way to prevent bedsores.

As more and more people are realizing, sex and romance don't stop after 60... or 70, 80, or 90. But how do you keep the passion blazing as time goes by?

Touch can actually give more than a momentary tingle or a second of solace; touch can comfort and heal.

Swelling in the hands, ankles, legs, and feet may be an occasional annoyance or the signal of something more serious.

Tips for healthy breathing habits.

We all clear our throat from time to time. But for some, repetitive, aggressive, or excessive throat clearing can become a habit or indicate an underlying issue.

Suffering from hyperhidrosis? Don't sweat it! Follow these tips to help you minimize embarrassing symptoms of excessive sweating.

Learn more about the causes and symptoms of hyperventilation and what to do if you hyperventilate.

Is your breath sending you warning signals about your health? Here are the breath signs and symptoms you should watch for.

Are your gums sending you warning signals about your health? Here are the gum signs and symptoms you should watch for.

Are your lips sending you warning signals about your health? Here are the lip signs and symptoms you should watch for.

Are your teeth sending you warning signals about your health? The tooth signs and symptoms you should watch for.

Is your tongue sending you warning signals about your health? Here are the tongue signs and symptoms you should watch for.

Your voice is a big part of who you are. Should you be alarmed if you notice that it has changed?