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• Heart failure deaths on the rise among younger adults

  Published: 06/27/2019 The disease typically occurs in people 65 and older.

• Working on balance and strength helps prevent a second fall

  Published: 06/26/2019 Trial shows exercise program helps folks stay on their feet.

• Crosswords and number puzzles may help the brain age better

  Published: 06/25/2019 But research doesn't prove that puzzles stop dementia.

• Many men with prostate cancer miss follow-up screenings

  Published: 06/24/2019 Skipping recommended tests could put men at risk.

• How to feel better after a bad sunburn

  Published: 06/23/2019 To soothe a sunburn, use moisturizers with aloe vera or soy.

• What's the buzz on bee stings?

  Published: 06/22/2019 Why you shouldn't use tweezers, plus other smart tips.

• Heartburn drugs linked to early deaths

  Published: 06/21/2019 Research sheds new light on specific risks.

• Bone disease strikes men and women

  Published: 06/20/2019 Men are just as prone to osteopenia as women.

• Epinephrine injectors may outlast their expiration dates

  Published: 06/19/2019 The medicine has become more expensive and harder to find.

• Many teen girls don't fill prescriptions for STIs

  Published: 06/18/2019 Left untreated, curable STIs can be dangerous.

• Should you really aim for 10,000 steps a day?

  Published: 06/17/2019 You may get a big health boost with less effort.

• Have diabetes? Treat your feet right this summer

  Published: 06/16/2019 Check out these 7 tips for happy, healthy feet.

• 6 ways to head off summer migraines

  Published: 06/15/2019 Wherever summer takes you, leave the headache at home.

• Chronic insomnia can cause memory loss in middle age

  Published: 06/14/2019 Adults with long-term sleep loss do worse on memory tests.

• Too many older Americans don't ask about dementia prevention

  Published: 06/13/2019 Talking to your doctor is the first, best step.

• Fainting during pregnancy may signal trouble ahead

  Published: 06/12/2019 It could raise the risk of problems for both mom and baby.

• Teens may benefit from early weight-loss surgery

  Published: 06/11/2019 Surgery had a lasting effect on blood pressure and diabetes.

• Which dogs are most likely to bite kids?

  Published: 06/10/2019 It's not all about the breed. Learn what else matters.

• Boating and alcohol: Not worth the risk

  Published: 06/09/2019 Alcohol isn't safe for anyone on board.

• Father's Day: Check out these healthy gift ideas

  Published: 06/08/2019 Give him a gift that will keep him in your life longer.