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Insulin was discovered in 1921. But until about 35 years ago, people with diabetes still relied on multiple daily insulin injections to manage their blood glucose and avoid life-threatening situations...

October is breast cancer awareness month. Each year, about 250,000 in the U.S. are diagnosed. Arm yourself with information to better understand and reduce the risk of breast cancer.

A life-threatening motorcycle accident landed Tom Lansing in post-acute care. The collaborative services of the rehab team and Tom's hard work helped restore him to his active life.

Whether you plant a pot of tomatoes, tend rows of vegetables or love visiting a farmers market, now's the time to start savoring summer's bounty. Give these good-eating ideas a try.

Oranges, lemons, limes, grapefruit and tangerines are among the juicy citrus fruits that can be a healthy addition to any diet. Learn about the health benefits, and try these colorful, delicious recip...

Brad Stevens has had his share of health-related ups and downs through the years. The 37-year-old Boyceville, Wisconsin, man has Type 1 diabetes, which often causes diabetic retinopathy, an eye d...

Ginger Marien set aside the pain in her right knee and focused on the most important aspect of her life: caring for her husband.

High consumption of sodium can increase adult risk of hypertension and stroke. Find out if it poses the same risk for children and how to reduce your family's sodium intake.

When tendons become irritated, your finger or thumb can get stuck in a bent or straight position. Find out who typically is affected by trigger finger and how to treat this common condition.

Male or female, health care professionals now recommend screenings for colorectal cancer beginning at age 45. A colonoscopy is the gold standard. Here's what to expect before and during the procedure.