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Today in Health News

10% of 2010 Winter Olympians Suffered Injuries

Bobsledding, ice hockey, alpine freestyle skiing proved among most dangerous sports, study says

Today’s Interactive Tools and Multimedia

Animation: Cerebral Aneurysm Animation
Calculator: Asthma Zone Tool
Clinical Wizard: Heart Disease Risk Factors Clinical Wizard
Podcast: Thoracentesis Podcast
Quiz: Back Care Quiz
Risk Assesment: Cervical Cancer Risk Assessment
Video: Smoking Cessation, Relapse Prevention

Health Tip of the Day

Honey, What a Salad Dressing

Studies have shown honey contains antioxidants, which are believed to help prevent disease. Use it to prepare this fat-free salad dressing: Mix 1/3 cup honey with 2/3 cup wine vinegar. Add salt, pepper and a pinch of a favorite herb. Stir well, then pour over mixed greens.

Healthy Living

Fitness
You may wonder what all the fuss is about exercise. Simply put, inactivity is hazardous to your health. Physical activity can help you prevent chronic disease, manage your weight, and stay mentally fit. The best news is that it's never too late to adopt a more active lifestyle.

Health Centers

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.

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