When it comes to your health, forget grand goals -- simple positive additions to a lifestyle can be more effective and enriching, and longer lasting than big changes.

It’s the new trend in short-term rehabilitative care. And while still highly competitive with the typical skilled nursing facility, the cost ($500 to $700 per day) -- even with all the added amenities -- is about half of what one would normally pay at the hospital ($1500 to $1800 per day).

For many patients, a cancer diagnosis is no longer a fatal one. However, the comfort that a patient’s condition is treatable is often accompanied by dread of the grueling treatment that will be needed to save his or her life. But a new therapy holds hope for treating some cancers in just a single day, rather than through months of harsh radiation therapy.

With today’s kinetic multitasking lifestyle, it’s no wonder a recent study by the National Women’s Health Resource Center found that nine out of 10 adults have experienced serious stress, with four out of the 10 suffering adverse health affects as a direct result. Relief could be as close as the backyard.

For children, eyes are the windows to learning, playing and growing. That's why children's eye health is just as important as an adult's eye health. As a parent, do you really know how healthy your child's eyes are?

It’s easy to over-indulge in the rich foods that feel comforting and warm during the cold winter months. When it starts to be a challenge to get your pants buttoned, you know it’s time to cut back. It’s hard to put down the cookies and step away from the cream sauces, but it’s even more difficult to reverse those extra inches and pounds you’ve gained.

She lived in sandals all summer long and he barely took his cleats off, even to go to bed. Summer fun and casual style may leave your kids facing back-to-school season in serious need of some new shoes. Parents should consider these important factors before buying new shoes for their children.