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  1. 4 myths of carpal tunnel

    We reveal what actually causes this painful wrist issue.

    • May 16, 2013
  2. Get antioxidants in green leafy vegetables, like spinach. Ursula Alter/Getty Images

    2 ways to repair skin

    Some sun damage can be reversed. Here's how.

    • May 9, 2013
  3. Opt for low-impact, weight bearing exercises. Steve Debenport/Getty Images

    What's next if you have osteoporosis?

    4 ways to improve bone health and reduce future fractures

    • May 2, 2013
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    Get ready for summer!

    Grab your tank top and sandals — and try our health experts' tips for feeling great this season. Gallery: Shape Up For Summer Tips from The Doctors

    • Apr. 25, 2013
  5. For more severe cases, ask your doctor about microdermabrasion or laser therapy. Tetra Images, Getty Images

    A common cause of bumpy skin

    Try these remedies for smooth skin.

    • Apr. 18, 2013
  6. Consider this info before you decide. Tek Image, Science Photo Library/Getty Images

    Should you get genetic testing?

    There's no simple yes or no to this one.

    • Apr. 11, 2013
  7. A key sign: Feeling pain in 11 of 18 "tender points." Jamie Grill/Getty Images

    Is your chronic pain fibromyalgia?

    Four common symptoms of this hard-to-diagnose condition

    • Apr. 4, 2013
  8. The Doctors offer ways to control body odor Altrendo Images / Getty Images

    Don't make a big stink

    We have ways to control body odor.

    • Mar. 28, 2013
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    Is hay fever linked to fast food?

    Test your spring allergy smarts and see what's true and what's not.

    • Mar. 21, 2013
  10. Losing just 7% of your body weight could cut your risk of diabetes by almost 60%. Tom Grill / Getty Images

    Is diabetes in your future?

    About 79 million Americans have prediabetes.

    • Mar. 14, 2013
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    Create a more serene space by using green instead of neutrals on walls or furniture. Rowe Furniture

    Green is good for mood

    A truly happy St. Patrick's Day

    • Mar. 14, 2013
  12. Too much caffeine can be a culprit. Carlina Teteris, Flickr / Getty Images

    Help for chronic migraines

    Mind-numbing headache has variety of treatments.

    • Mar. 7, 2013
  13. Highlights will help camouflage change. Ralf Nau / Getty Images

    The right way to go gray

    Here's how to do it right.

    • Mar. 7, 2013
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    Reduce risk of colon cancer

    Death rates for colon cancer are down more than 30%, says a new report by the American Cancer Society. But colorectal cancer is still America's No. 3 cancer.

    • Feb. 28, 2013
  15. Make dental checkups a habit. Image Source/Getty Images

    4 ways you may be hurting your teeth

    Beyond brushing

    • Feb. 21, 2013

  16. Family Fitness Challenge from USA TODAY, USA WEEKEND and The Doctors

    To help families across the nation get in better shape and lose weight, USA TODAY, USA WEEKEND Magazine and ‘The Doctors’ TV show created the Family Fitness Challenge.

    • Feb. 20, 2013
  17. Goal: Total cholesterol under 200. LDL levels below 100. Clerkenwell / Getty Images

    3 small steps to get (or keep) your numbers on track

    Americans' cholesterol levels are moving in the right direction.

    • Feb. 14, 2013
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    Women, guard your hearts

    Here are 3 recent developments in how to avoid America's #1 killer.

    • Feb. 7, 2013
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    Keep going strong

    7 fresh and easy lab-tested ways we all can steer toward vitality as we age.

    • Jan. 31, 2013
  20. Avoid these 3 cold weather triggers. Sergey Smolyaninov / Getty Images

    What sets off your asthma?

    Winter can be tough on asthma sufferers.

    • Jan. 24, 2013
  21. Flu hits fast. Colds go slowly. / Yellow Dog Productions / Getty Images

    Cold or Flu?

    Here are three ways to tell the difference.

    • Jan. 17, 2013
  22. 1 in 3 of us have metabolic syndrome. Daniel H. Bailey / Getty Images

    Metabolic Syndrome: Should you be worried?

    A cluster of bad numbers adds up to a higher risk of diabetes, heart disease.

    • Jan. 10, 2013
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    Resolutions that get results

    The Doctors offer up specific, science-backed tips to help achieve 7 popular health goals.

    • Jan. 3, 2013
  24. Acupuncture has been shown to reduce chronic pain, including migraines. Jon Feingersh / Getty Images

    3 methods to curb headaches

    All headaches share these unpleasant qualities: They're common and sufferers are eager to find relief.

    • Dec. 27, 2012
  25. Having your pet near you lowers your heart rate and blood pressure levels. Leigh Schindler / Getty Images

    Stressed? Here's help.

    Are you stressed much? A recent survey showed that many Americans report feelings of high stress, and more than 20% rate their levels between 8 and 10 on a 10-point scale.

    • Dec. 20, 2012
  26. Allow yourself occasional treats. LWA / Getty Images

    Lose weight by learning your body's hunger cues

    Quit obsessing over calories, forget the get-thin-quick plans, and when you want a chocolate chip cookie, have it (without guilt).

    • Dec. 13, 2012
  27. Yep. It's cold. But go outside: Natural light will help you feel better. Kathrin Ziegler / Getty Images

    Beat the winter 'blues'

    Long nights of winter can leave even the most positive people feeling cranky. But for about 5% of Americans, it’s more serious: Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that most occurs in the winter. Symptoms include loss of energy, eating more and difficulty concentrating.

    • Dec. 6, 2012
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    Reset your system with a three-day cleanse by eating foods considered non- or low-reactive, such as blueberries, chicken and broccoli. Lauri Rotko / Getty Images

    'Good' foods aren't always right for you

    Eating all the 'right' foods but your weight won't budge? Despite their healthy rep, 'right' foods such as salmon, Greek yogurt or oatmeal can cause health problems in people whose bodies can't process them properly.

    • Dec. 6, 2012
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    Before 'The Change' - perimenopause - take our quiz

    Test your health knowledge about perimenopause, the "change before The Change," with this true-false quiz.

    • Nov. 29, 2012
  30. Fragrance elevates your personal style. Inga Ivanova / Getty Images

    Pick a signature scent

    Simple steps to discover your best fragrance.

    • Nov. 29, 2012
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