Baby boomers are increasingly finding answers to health questions online, and not necessarily just on medical Web sites. They're finding health information, personal stories and support on social networking sites where members engage directly with other members through private messages and online groups.

It's well known that smoking causes cancer. But did you know that smoking may also raise your risk for type 2 diabetes? Or that it's a major factor in nearly half of heart attacks? It's never easy to stop smoking, but millions of people have quit -- and you can, too. Now might be the time to give it a try.

Whether you're attending a neighborhood cook-out or dolling up for a romantic evening under the stars, here's how to protect your skin before you head outdoors for summer fun.

No matter where you choose to put your baby to sleep, safety and success must be your main concerns. Your decision will be easier if you know a few basic facts about infants' sleep habits, safe sleeping practices and bedding options.

Rising food prices are a significant cause of concern for 73 percent of consumers, according to a recent USA Today/Gallup poll. Tightening the food budget needn't mean sacrificing flavor or health, however. In fact, by stocking up on nutritious staples and an array of seasonings, it's possible to become more frugal while enhancing your family's meals.

Do you often wake up feeling stiff and sore? How about with numbness and tingling in your arms and hands? Or with a tension headache? Here's a simple solution.

Moms across the country are raising concerns and tossing plastic baby bottles after a recent report issued by an arm of the National Institutes for Health linked bisphenol-A (BPA) to health problems. It is possible to go BPA free. Here's how.