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Alcohol Use and Your Health
What is a standard drink? In the United States, a standard drink contains 0.6 ounces (14.0 grams or 1.2 tablespoons) of pure alcohol. Generally, this amount of pure alcohol is found in 12-ounces of beer…
What is a chest cold (acute bronchitis)?
A chest cold, often called acute bronchitis, occurs when the airways of the lungs swell and produce mucus in the lungs. That’s what makes you cough. Acute bronchitis can last less than 3 weeks. Causes…
Common Colds
Sore throat and runny nose are usually the first signs of a cold, followed by coughing and sneezing. Most people recover in about 7-10 days. You can help reduce your risk of getting a cold:…
Flu & People with Asthma
Asthma is a lung disease that is caused by chronic inflammation (swelling) of the airways. It is one of the most common long-term diseases among children, but adults can have asthma, too. Asthma attacks occur when…
Chest Cold (Acute Bronchitis)
Cough keeping you up at night? Soreness in your chest and feeling tired? You could have a chest cold. Antibiotics will not help you get better if you have a chest cold (acute bronchitis). If…
Know Your Risk for High Blood Pressure
Risk factors that can increase your risk of high blood pressure include health conditions, your lifestyle, and your family history. Some of the risk factors for high blood pressure cannot be controlled, such as your…
How to Prevent Flu
Take time to get a flu vaccine. CDC recommends a yearly flu vaccine as the first and most important step in protecting against flu viruses.Flu vaccines help to reduce the burden of flu illnesses, hospitalizations…
What is Autism Spectrum Disorder?
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a developmental disability caused by differences in the brain. Some people with ASD have a known difference, such as a genetic condition. Other causes are not yet known. Scientists believe…
Dementia Risk Reduction
A recent study revealed that nearly half of adults aged 40 years and older think they will likely develop dementia, such as Alzheimer’s disease. The truth is dementia is not a normal or inevitable part…
Assessing Your Weight
Physically Inactive People are More Likely to Get Very SickObesity and Excess Weight Increase Risk of Severe Illness; Racial and Ethnic Disparities PersistFood Assistance and Food Systems Resources A high amount of body fat can…