This low-dose X-ray produces an image of the inner structures of the breast. It can detect tiny calcium deposits or microcalcifications that are too small to feel.

Some symptoms may indicate the possibility of a serious condition and should be evaluated immediately by a health care provider.

The leading causes of death for American men are heart disease and cancer—two diseases that can largely be prevented by adopting a few essential healthy habits.

For some people, taking medication every day can help prevent migraines and make them less painful when they occur.

Medicine has advanced more rapidly in the past two centuries than in all its prior history.

People with asthma, allergies, or other breathing conditions may be more sensitive to mold.

Even if you're fairly well conditioned, overdoing it may lead to heat cramps, heat exhaustion or heatstroke, causing the body to lose its ability to sweat.

Evidence is mounting that a healthful diet can help protect you from some diseases. What you eat -- or don't eat -- may help prevent heart disease, cancer, osteoporosis and type 2 diabetes.

The fact is that most women in their 30s and 40s have healthy pregnancies and healthy babies. To ensure a healthy pregnancy, you should do what any woman should do: Prepare for your baby with healthy lifestyle choices. Talk with your doctor about your risk factors and learn what you can do to prevent potential problems.

Neither Olympians nor weekend warriors are immune to tendonitis, ankle sprains, low back problems, and knee pain.

Omega-3s are a beneficial and essential form of fat, one that your body needs but can't make.

Researchers have found that cooking muscle meats -- beef, pork, poultry and fish -- at high temperatures may pose a risk for cancer.

Staying healthy mentally and physically isn't simply a matter of good genes. It's a proactive project that lasts your entire life.

If you have asthma, does your dentist know? This is important for good oral health, especially if you use a corticosteroid inhaler.

Many people are unaware they have osteoporosis until they have advanced symptoms, which may include a broken hip or wrist, low back pain or a hunched back.

Getting the flu can be serious business for people with asthma. That’s why it’s important to take steps to prevent it.

Having a pet can be a boon to body and soul—especially as we age. Pets can relieve stress—which may help explain why studies have found that pet owners have lower blood pressure and cholesterol levels.

Whether you're headed for the beach, the outback or the big city for your summer vacation, you should add a few more items to your to-do list.

What's more relaxing that a good soak in a hot tub? Hot water sure makes you feel great, but hot tubs and whirlpools can sometimes be dangerous -- and even deadly.

Good posture can help your body function at its best. It promotes movement, efficiency and endurance, and contributes to an overall sense of well-being. It can also help prevent chronic aches and pains that can require medical attention.

If you're pregnant, it's just as important for you to stay away from lead as it is to protect your children from it.

Knowing how to prepare for a storm, and what to do during and after one, can help keep you and your family safe.

Although it's impossible to prevent all falls, you can help keep yourself safe by improving your balance and employing "fall-proofing" behaviors.