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- Viola Davis on Health, Love, and Resilience
The actress reflects on her latest role (in "Won't Back Down"), the importance of self care, and the joys of becoming a mom later in life.
- X-Rays, Scans, Radiation, and Kids
WebMD reports on radiation from X-rays and CT scans, and when children might not need these tests.
- Back to School? Back to Head Lice Season
Fall months are prime time for head lice. Here's how to spot them and get rid of them.
- Living With Osteoporosis
Our expert gives four ways to protect and strengthen your bones.
- How to Create a Better Smile
Hate smiling for photos – or smiling at all? Your dentist can help.
- Helping Someone With AFib: Healthy Lifestyle
Healthy diet, exercise, and lifestyle tips when your loved one has AFib.
- A Parent's Guide to Vaccines
Knowing which shots kids need and when can be confusing. Our expert clears it up.
- Beauty 411: Retin-A vs. Retinol
Confused about these two retinoids? Our expert explains the difference.
- For College Students, Yes, Sleep Matters
Cramming for exams and late night parties may seem "normal," but they're not good for your brain.
- Dirty Secret: Trying on Makeup
There aren't germs in that communal makeup at the cosmetics counter -– or are there?
- Understanding Pet Aggression
Transform your fighting Fido into a calm canine.
- What You Need to Know About Hair-Smoothing Treatments
What you need to know about salon hair-smoothing treatments.
- Why Do I Forget Things?
Memory loss isn't due to your age, your gender, or creeping senility. It's due to "interference."
- Larenz Tate on Sickle Cell Disease
The actor wants people to know how serious the disease is and why it's important to get screened.
- Can You Exercise With Atrial Fibrillation?
Your heart needs exercise, even when you're living with AFib. A few simple tips can help you do it safely.
- Ease the Stress of a Heart Condition
If you're living with a heart problem, find ways to manage your stress so you feel better and stay healthy.
- Traveling Safely With Atrial Fibrillation
No need to get anxious about hitting the road when you have atrial fibrillation, or AFib. Plan ahead to make your trip fun and relaxing.
- The 411 on Hair Conditioners
Is your hair lifeless or hard to manage? Find out if your conditioner is to blame.
- How Pets Help Manage Depression
Find out how pets can help ease your depression by offering love, companionship, a sense of purpose, and more.
- Restless Legs Syndrome and Sleep
WebMD talks to experts about how to sleep better if you have Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS).
- How to Take Care of Your Kid if They've Got the Flu
Here's how to make your child more comfortable when sick with the flu.
- Is Your Child Ready for a Cell Phone?
When is a child ready to have their own cell phone? WebMD talks to experts about cell phones and children.
- What’s in a (Baby) Name?
It can be tough to choose a name. Here's how to make the process easier.
- Family Dinners: Tips for Better Communication
Eating together as a family helps your kids in many ways. Here are ways to get the dinner table conversation started.
- Bro-menclature: The Truth About Guy Talk
It's true: Male friendships are changing -- and it's all good.
- Pain Medication: Are You Addicted?
Many people fear becoming addicted to pain medications. WebMD explains what addiction is, what it isn't, and how it can affect your pain treatment.
- Pucker Up! How to Be a Better Kisser
Find out the secrets behind a good kiss, and how you can become a better kisser.
- Addicted to Your Smartphone? Here's What to Do
Could you actually be addicted to your smartphone? If not, why is it so hard to turn it off? Here are tips on reclaiming your time and concentration.
- Kyra Sedgwick on Work, Family, and Empty Nests
The actress opens up about her long marriage, life as a working mom, and her new movie, 'The Possession.'
- The Truth About Sensory Processing Disorder
Is SPD a real childhood crisis or just the latest trend in diagnoses?
- Maria Menounos Takes Action for Dogs
The busy actress, TV host, and advocate rescues stray puppies on the streets of L.A. in her spare time.
- Gavin DeGraw's Fight Against Malaria
The singer/songwriter's experiences in Uganda find their way into his new album, "Sweeter."
- Expert A's to Your Beauty Q's: Sunless Tanning
Our experts give their tips and product picks for creating a healthy streakless glow.
- Why Teens Insert Objects Under Their Skin
Some kids push objects under their skin. What's behind this disturbing behavior?
- Why Cell Phones and Driving Don't Mix
Drivers beware: The brain can't multitask as well as you might think.
- Can Sleep Improve Your Athletic Performance?
Studies have found that good sleep can improve speed, accuracy, and reaction time in athletes.
- When Your Pain Medication Isn't Working
WebMD reports on what else you and your doctor might consider if your pain medication isn't working.
- Take Care of Yourself When You're the Caregiver
Get tips on how to get keep yourself healthy and get the support you need if you're a caregiver.
- How I Lost 100 Pounds
Catherine Grunden explains how she dropped so much weight after a lifetime of obesity.
- How to Stay Healthy, Happy, and Safe on the Road
Our expert has advice on saving your back -- and sanity -- on car trips this summer.
- How to Help Your Aging Cat
Our expert shares tips for keeping your kitty comfortable through her golden years.
- Is a Dog's Hot Nose a Sign of Illness?
Our expert tells us what's true and not true about the old wives' tales about canine nose temperatures.
- How to Find a Good Boarding Kennel
Your dog needs responsible, loving care while you're gone. Do you know what to look for?
- Helping Your Child Reach a Healthy Weight
Think your kid is overweight? Focus on creating healthy habits for the entire family.
- 8 Fun Facts About Grapes
A guide to the origins, health benefits, and varieties of grapes -- plus a delicious recipe for Grilled Shrimp and Grape Salad.
- Am I at Risk for Fibroids?
Race, family history, and other factors can increase your odds of getting this common women's condition.
- How Well Do You Function When Depressed?
Do you juggle a busy lifestyle even when you’re depressed? Tips on coping when you’re depressed.
- What to Expect From a Stem Cell Transplant
Stem cell transplantation, in combination with traditional treatments, can improve outcomes for patients with multiple myeloma and non-Hodgkin's lymphoma.
- What Does Your Smile Say About You?
Not sure how to impress the boss or find romance? Your smile holds the secret.
- How to Pick the Right Fillings for Your Teeth
These are the materials that are used to fill cavities in teeth, plus how to choose the kind that's right for you.