Healthy Living

Considering Joint Replacement Surgery? Ask Yourself These 7 Questions First

There’s a lot to think about when considering joint replacement surgery. Before you have a hip or knee replacement surgery, ask yourself these questions. ...

Age Related or Something Serious? 5 Facts to Help You Navigate Eye Health and Vision Changes

It's challenging to know whether vision changes are age-related or a sign of something serious. These five facts about vision problems and eye health can help. ...

4 Reasons to Get a PCP — And Tips for Finding the Right Fit

Urgent care is great — but only in certain situations. Instead, see the benefits of having a primary care provider, including personalized preventive care. ...

Have a Family History of Heart Disease? Here’s What It Means for You

Having a first-degree relative with heart disease increases your risk by 30%. But in a few steps, you can lower your risk and help prevent heart disease. ...

Wait, What’d You Say? 7 Facts About Hearing Loss Adults Under 60 Should Know

Age-related hearing loss can begin earlier than you expect. Protecting ears from noise and spotting the early signs of hearing loss can lessen the impact. ...

Smartwatches and Fitness Trackers — 5 Things Wearable Technology Can Tell You About Your Heart Health

Wearable technology helps you monitor some aspects of your heart health. It can track your steps and activity, record your sleep and alert you to an irregular heart rhythm. ...

Starting a New Workout? 6 Things to Know About Muscle Soreness

Sore muscles after a workout are inevitable. Taking steps to reduce delayed onset muscle soreness before, during and after your workout can help. ...

Got Big Fitness Goals? 7 Tips to Prevent Overtraining

Exercise can do more harm than good if you’re overtraining. Know what overtraining is and how to recognize the signs and prevent overtraining syndrome. ...

Are You Taking Too Many Medications? 7 Questions to Ask Yourself

Taking more than five medications (polypharmacy) may have consequences. Reviewing your medications can help you identify unnecessary prescriptions. ...

4 Ways Chronic Stress Affects the Heart — And How to Protect Yourself

Chronic stress can increase inflammation in your body and take a toll on your heart. But taking steps to reduce stress can protect your heart health. ...