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Dr. Sam challenges health care consumers to take specific steps towards good health and a long life.

From accidents to colds, from diabetes to stress, there are self-help techniques to add to both traditional and new treatments.

Health Centers

body Having a healthy body requires making a commitment to lifestyle and behavior changes, eating healthy foods, staying positive, and paying attention to the genetic components that put you at risk - from high blood pressure and cholesterol, to a tendency to couch potatoism. Take care of your body and it'll be more likely to take care of you.

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exercise Millions of Americans at high risk for chronic diseases can sharply lower their risk with diet and exercise. By embracing a healthy lifestyle, we can improve the quality of our lives and cut our health care costs dramatically. So what's the problem? Why is it so hard?

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weight Being overweight or obese has serious health consequences. There's no quick and easy way to lose weight. You might be among the estimated 50 million Americans who'll diet this year.

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accidents While it may not be a "sexy" topic, safety - during exercise, in the car, in the home, on the job and everywhere else in your life - is a critically important health issue. Accidents are a leading cause of death and disability.

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arthritis The pain and discomfort of arthritis can have daily impact on your life. Dr. Sam talks about medications, alternative treatments, self help, the role of inflammation, and more.

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back pain If you've ever had back pain, you know it can last a few days to a few weeks. Whether it's the result of trauma or a condition such as arthritis, you want to know what kind of doctor to see for your back pain. You also want to know your treatment options.

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calcium Calcium is essential to your health. Your body needs it every day to keep your bones and teeth strong. Most people think they're getting enough calcium. But studies show they are actually calcium deficient. Here's how to get calcium everyday and why it's so important.

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cold Home remedies and new treatments for respiratory infections abound - including hand washing, vitamins, and various over-the-counter medications. Getting a cold or the flu can be uncomfortable and expensive. The flu affects a lot of Americans each year, and the chances of misdiagnosing the flu as a bad cold can be life-threatening, especially with a flu complication like pneumonia. Dr. Sam has a lot of helpful information about these three diseases.

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diabetes Diabetes, both type 1 and type 2, can lead to serious complications. But the good news is they are preventable with good self-care.

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inflammation This natural body defense system can turn on us - and cause diseases such as arthritis. Understanding the causes and diagnosis of inflammation is important for learning to deal with this chronic disease and protect our bodies from further damage.

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stress Recognizing the signs of stress and anxiety are important for combating the associated aches and pains, depression, and more. The stressors in our lives will always be there, so it's important to deal with stress and anxiety now.

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men The top threats to a man's health include many lifestyle-related conditions. Small changes can make a big difference in your health risks.

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women The demands on a woman's time and energy never end. Dr. Sam encourages women to take the steps necessary to stay well.

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What is CAM?

Complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) includes a variety of treatments and therapies - including vitamins, herbs, acupuncture, homeopathy, yoga, massage, and more.

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8 Keys to Good Health

Dr. Sam's philosophy on maintaining health and preventing illness.

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