Vision problems affect one in 20 preschoolers and one in four school-aged children. Vision problems can begin at an early age; therefore it is important that children receive proper eye care. Untreated problems can worsen and lead to permanent vision loss and delayed development. Because it is possible for your child to have a serious vision problem without being aware of it, infants should be screened for common eye problems during their regular pediatric appointments.

H1N1 flu is an infection caused by the influenza A virus. It is a respiratory disease of pigs; however, human cases of H1N1 have been identified in the U.S. as well as internationally. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has determined that H1N1 is contagious and is spreading from human to human.

Sun exposure is the most preventable risk factor for skin cancer, including melanoma. You can have fun in the sun and decrease your risk of skin cancer. Here are some tips on how to safely enjoy your time in the sun.

Caffeine myth or caffeine fact? It's not always easy to know. Chances are you have some real misperceptions about caffeine. For starters, do you know the most common sources of caffeine? Well, maybe two of the sources aren't too hard to name -- coffee and tea leaves. But did you know kola nuts and cocoa beans are also included among the most common caffeine sources? And do you know how much caffeine content can vary from food to food? Turns out it's quite a lot actually, depending on the type and serving size of a food or beverage and how it's prepared.

Diabetes is a disorder caused by your body's inability to properly use and store glucose—a form of sugar that is the body's main source of energy. This condition can cause a wide range of health problems.

The holidays are here and it’s usually a time of celebration but for some, it may be a time of self-evaluation, reflection on the past and even anxiety about the upcoming year. Sometimes, we feel the stress that accompanies the holidays and our eating habits may have an effect on our job performance.

It's summer, which means the mercury is on the rise, the beach is where it's at, and a cold glass of lemonade is exactly what the doctor ordered. Read more for are some suggestions on how to survive the summer season -- from heat waves to poison ivy to bad burgers.

Truth or myth: You need 8 hours every night? Stay up and read this tonight (you’ll thank us in the morning!)

When both spouses have health insurance that covers their children, the birthday rule applies. The birthday rule helps insurance companies coordinate benefits, assuring that a medical bill is not reimbursed for more than 100% of the actual cost of a claim.

Is bottled water better than tap? Prepare to be shocked. Bottled water - already a more than $10 billion industry - is the fastest-growing beverage category in the U.S. But is it good for you? Here's the pure truth.

Scientists don’t know exactly what it is. They don’t know exactly what it does. But they do know that humans must sleep daily for seven or eight hours or risk irritability, accidents, decreased productivity and ill health. If you have insomnia, you’re not alone.

Germs! Those infectious, microscopic critters are everywhere we touch something. Find out where the worst offenders are and how to reduce your risk of picking up something you can't see but don't want on your hands.

While the holidays bring us closer to family and friends, they also increase our exposure to germs — like viruses that cause influenza (flu). Airports, malls and large gatherings make it easy to pass flu viruses from one person to the next.

What is Stress? Stress is a feeling that’s created when we react to particular events. Our bodies respond to stress by activating the nervous system and specific hormones. When stress occurs, the adrenal glands produce more of the hormones adrenaline and cortisol and release them into the blood stream. The natural reaction is known as the stress response.