May 16, 2013: Many Public Pools Contaminated With Human Waste: CDC
Agency offers clear advice to help you avoid infections

May 16, 2013: Fitness in Middle Age May Help Shield Men From Cancer Later
Study found even modest improvements seemed to lower disease risk

May 15, 2013: Get Fit in Middle Age to Cut Heart Failure Risk, Study Says
It's never too late to start, researchers find

May 15, 2013: Yoga May Help Ease High Blood Pressure, Study Finds
Numbers were lowered when people engaged in a few sessions per week

May 15, 2013: Health Tip: Exercise With Allergies and Asthma
Speak with an allergist first

May 12, 2013: More Time in Gym Class Equals Stronger Kids
And fracture risk doesn't rise when physical activity clock is extended, study finds

May 10, 2013: Exercise May Ease Pain of Fibromyalgia, Study Suggests
Moderate physical activity doesn't exacerbate symptoms, researchers find

May 09, 2013: Swimming Pools May Pose Hazard for People With Heart Devices
Electricity from pools' lighting systems might interfere with implanted defibrillators, case studies show

May 08, 2013: Scientists Explore Secrets of the Well-Hit Fastball
Human brain 'predicts' the path of objects hurtling toward it, researchers report

May 08, 2013: Just How Might Exercise Lower Breast Cancer Risk?
Scientists identify changes in estrogen metabolism as key factor

May 06, 2013: High School Football Players Often Not Deterred by Head Injury
Knowing dangers of concussion not enough to keep many teens on sidelines, survey finds

May 06, 2013: School Sports May Cut Rates of Violence, Bullying Among Teens
Study found less fighting among girls who were athletes and less bullying against boys on teams

May 03, 2013: Exercise May Lower Older Women's Risk for Kidney Stones
Study also found that cutting high-calorie foods can help

May 03, 2013: Health Tip: Help Prevent Exercise-Induced Asthma
Breathe through your nose to warm the air

May 02, 2013: Heart-Healthy Lifestyle May Also Prevent Lethal Blood Clots
Large U.S. study followed people nearly 5 years to gauge their risk

May 02, 2013: Only 1 in 5 Americans Gets Enough Exercise: CDC
Picture brighter for aerobic exercise than for muscle-strengthening, report finds

April 30, 2013: Health Tip: Keep Your Family Fit
Begin a regular tennis match

April 29, 2013: Cosmetic Procedures for Arms on the Rise, Plastic Surgeons Say
Vast majority of patients are women

April 26, 2013: Could Facebook Assist Public Health Efforts to Track Obesity?
Study tied users' online interests in U.S. regions to obesity rates

April 25, 2013: Kids' Concussion Recovery Varies by Symptom Severity: Study
Identifying which factors lead to longer recoveries may improve treatment

April 23, 2013: Knowing Time Needed to Walk Off Calories May Curb Appetite
But menus that list calories alone don't change people's ordering or eating habits, study finds

April 23, 2013: Health Tip: Ready to Run?
Warm up first

April 22, 2013: Exercise, Alternative Therapies May Help Lower Blood Pressure
Report suggests some approaches might work alongside -- not instead of -- traditional therapy

April 22, 2013: Tackling Diet, Exercise Together Produces Best Results: Study
If you have to choose one at a time, hit the gym first, researchers add

April 21, 2013: Help Young Pitchers Avoid Overuse Injuries
Expert urges parents and coaches to make kids aware of how overdoing it can harm their health

April 20, 2013: Young Athletes Urged to Use Face-Protecting Gear
Mouth guards, helmets and face shields can save teeth and more, experts say

April 19, 2013: Focus on One Sport Raises Young Athletes' Injury Risk: Study
Kids should not spend more hours than their age training for a sport each week, researchers say

April 19, 2013: Community Gardening May Reap Body Weight Benefit
Study found less overweight in people who tend a plot

April 19, 2013: Health Tip: Resolve to Meet Your Exercise Goals
Make them realistic and attainable

April 18, 2013: Hard Physical Labor May Boost Risk of Heart Disease, Stroke: Studies
Researcher says higher mental stress, lower income could be factors

April 17, 2013: Exercise May Blunt Heavy Drinking's Effect on Brain
But experts note small study is very preliminary, has major limitations

April 15, 2013: Exercise May Help People With Alzheimer's Avoid Nursing Homes
Study finds regular activity delays physical decline, reduces falls

April 15, 2013: Mental Exercise May Help Keep Seniors Sharp
Even solving puzzles might stave off decline and memory loss, study hints

April 13, 2013: Household Chores May Ease Nighttime Menopausal Symptoms
Fewer awakenings seen among white, non-obese women who kept active with caregiving, chores

April 12, 2013: Breathing Problem Sometimes Misdiagnosed in Athletes
Study finds vocal cord disorder can be confused with asthma

April 12, 2013: To Stop Smoking, Teens Should Start Moving
Exercise can help curb the habit in young daily smokers, study shows

April 12, 2013: 'Mobility Shoes' May Help Those With Arthritic Knees: Study
The footwear alters gait and reduces load on the joint, researchers say

April 12, 2013: Decisions, Decisions: Work Out or Fix a Meal?
Study finds Americans sacrifice exercise time for food-prep time

April 11, 2013: Strides Made in Preventing Cancer, But Challenges Remain: Report
American Cancer Society looked at smoking, obesity, disease screening, tanning and more

April 11, 2013: A Survivor's Story From the Job Loss Front
'Fight hard and fast to get past the anger,' and don't forget to keep healthy habits

April 09, 2013: New Clues to How Exercise May Reduce Breast Cancer Risk
Physical activity lowers estrogen levels in older women, study says

April 08, 2013: Health Tip: Be Safe at the Beach
Protect your family from potential dangers

April 05, 2013: Expert Pitches Safety Tips for Young Baseball Players
It's a great youth sport, but beware the possible injuries, doctor advises

April 05, 2013: Obesity Does Slow People Down, Study Confirms
Women may be caught in cycle of fatigue, lack of self-esteem, expert says

April 05, 2013: Want to Lose Weight? Then Run, Don't Walk: Study
Both helped shed pounds, but vigorous exercise produced better long-term results

April 05, 2013: College Sports Could Raise Players' Risk for Depression, Study Finds
Compared with former college athletes, those still in school had doubled odds, possibly due to stress, researchers say

April 05, 2013: Health Tip: Don't Ignore Pain During Exercise
Listen to your body

April 04, 2013: Brisk Walking Equals Running for Heart Health: Study
Distance rather than speed reaps the benefits, researchers say

April 03, 2013: Lifestyle Might Curb Loss of Height That Comes With Age
Education, urban living helped keep older adults walking tall, Chinese data shows

April 02, 2013: Competitive Cash-for-Weight-Loss Plans Work Best: Study
But individual incentives also do well when companies pay to help employees keep pounds off