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Men who are 65 and older are at greater risk for skull fractures resulting from a fall than women of the same age, results of a recent study show.

A recent study of deadly poisonings among kids younger than 6 has found that nearly half involved opioids.

It’s common for doting grandparents to offer candy and other sweet treats to their grandkids. But experts caution that this sign of love can put kids on a path for tooth decay – and many parents are reluctant to broach the subject.

If you struggle to get quality sleep, you may be at increased risk of heart disease, results of a recent study suggest.

Folks over 50: Have you ever joked that you’re “addicted” to a certain salty snack or type of candy? Researchers say results of their recent survey show that addiction to highly processed foods such as chips, candy and soda may be a very real thing.

Stressing about not having enough time to exercise? Adding some oomph to everyday activities could help you compensate – and live longer.

Strong social connections with neighbors may help reduce the negative health effects of living alone, researchers at Rutgers University say.

Want to eat healthier and get more physical activity? Start gardening, say researchers from the University of Colorado Boulder.

More than 1 in 4 adults age 65 or older fall each year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. About 3 million older people are treated in ERs for fall-related injuries. Why is this happening?

The risk of carbon monoxide poisoning increases during the winter months, when home heating systems kick into high gear.