• Get the Lowdown on 'My Plate'

    The MyPlate plan is a guideline to help you eat a healthy diet. It can help you eat a variety of foods while encouraging the right amount of  calories and fat. Get the scoop on this simple and effective way to eat better.

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  • Finding Support for Emotional Issues

    Everyone has ups and downs, or feels anger and deep sadness at times. But how do you know when it's time to get help? Or where to turn?

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  • Understanding UTIs

    Don't be embarrassed: Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are a common health problem that affects millions of  people each year. Here's what you need to know.

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WELLNESS CENTER
Blood Pressure

High blood pressure is called the "silent killer" because it has no symptoms. If high blood pressure remains unchecked, it can lead to stroke, heart attack, heart failure, and more. You can stop this silent killer — if you catch it in time.

Cancer

Learn how to become a proactive patient. Understand your treatment choices. Get the latest news on advances in cancer. If you or a loved one is facing cancer, you’ll want to explore the Cancer Knowledgebase, with separate sections on more than 60 types of the disease.

Children's Health

You want the best for your child, from good nutrition to effective discipline to a breadth of life opportunities.

    INTERACTIVE TOOLS
    Dietary Guidelines Quiz

    Find out how much you know about the newest dietary guidelines and how they differ from the old food pyramid.

    Children's BMI Calculator

    BMI, or body mass index, uses weight and height to calculate weight status for adults. BMI for children and teens also takes into account gender and age because healthy body fatness differs between boys and girls and changes as they grow. This BMI calculator will help you determine if your child is at a healthy weight.

    Breast Cancer Risk Assessment

    Breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in women (other than skin cancer). The American Cancer Society reports the breast cancer death rate is declining, probably because of earlier detection and improved treatment. This short assessment will help you determine if you have major risk factors for breast cancer.

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      How Your Heart Works - Animation

      Your heart is a pump that is responsible for delivering blood to all parts of your body. Arteries carry oxygen-rich blood from the lungs to nourish the cells, and veins transport oxygen-poor blood on its way back to the heart and lungs. This animation shows how the heart and circulatory system work.