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Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome: A Rare but Serious Viral Illness
Spread by contact with rodent waste and nesting materials, hantavirus can cause serious symptoms like shortness of breath, coughing and severe respiratory distress.

5 Ways to Lower Stress in 5 Minutes
In just five minutes, you can reduce stress, slow your heart rate and calm your nervous system.

10 Numbers That Matter for Your Health
Blood pressure, blood sugar, triglycerides, sleep and more: these are 10 numbers that matter for your health.

5 Vaccines Recommended for Adults Age 50 and Older
Vaccines are particularly important for older adults. The risk for certain diseases is higher for this age group since it can be more difficult to fight off infections as your immune system naturally weakens as you get older.

Top 5 Ways to Support Bone Health
Half of all women age 50 or older will break a bone because of osteoporosis, a disease that weakens bones and makes them brittle.

Fluoride: Healthy or Harmful?
When it comes to fluoride supplementation, why do you need it, how safe is it and how much is too much?

What to Know About the Bird Flu Threat
Bird flu continues to spread, causing outbreaks in chickens and dairy cows. More people are getting infected too, but the threat to humans remains low.

Why You Should Pay Attention to Low Vitamin D
An estimated 35 percent of adults are vitamin D deficient. Studies show it may play a role in preventing diseases like cancer and heart disease.