If you have lots of unusual moles, a family or personal history of skin cancer, certain genetic risks, or past blistering burns or tanning bed use, you’re in the 1 in 5 who should see a dermatologist every year for a full-body skin check.
If you avoid sunscreen because it clumps in your beard or mustache, switch to a lightweight gel and a handy sunscreen stick so you can protect your face—hair and all—without the white, sticky mess.
A sunburn is more than just red, painful skin—it’s a sign that your skin cells have been damaged. The sooner you treat it, the better you can support healing and protect your skin long-term. From cool soaks and smart moisturizing to simple hydration tweaks, these quick tips can help calm the sting, speed recovery, and get your skin back on track.
Meditation can be a natural part of everyday life, similar to maintaining a healthy diet or exercise routine. In this video, learn how meditation can be simple, flexible, and can be practiced almost anywhere.
A long-term study found that people who do strength training are about 20% less likely to develop knee pain and osteoarthritis compared to those who don’t. The benefits apply even if you start later in life, as strength training can still help protect joints and reduce damage over time.
As people age, the risk of falls increases, making balance-focused exercise important for prevention. Simple moves like thigh raises and heel-to-toe walking can help improve stability, strengthen muscles, and reduce the likelihood of dangerous falls.
Don't wait until you go outside to practice good sun protection. Make it part of your daily health care ritual, like bathing and brushing your teeth. For instance, after you wash your face in the morning, apply a facial moisturizer that contains sunscreen with at least 30 SPF. Soon it'll be as automatic as brushing your teeth.
Think games are just for kids? Activities like chess or bridge boost memory and, when social, enhance emotional connection—while teaching or volunteering can also keep your brain sharp and engaged.
Stress is your body’s response to physical or emotional pressure, and when it builds up, it can drain mental energy and impair memory. But there are ways to reduce stress and free your mind to think more clearly.