The colder months have finally arrived, and that means it's flu season. But with a few simple steps, you can help protect yourself from catching this nasty virus.

"AFib" may sound like a little white lie, but it’s actually a serious medical condition. Atrial fibrillation, or AFib, is the most common type of heartbeat rhythm problem.

Atrial fibrillation (AFib) is the most common cause of irregular heartbeat, affecting nearly 2.7 million Americans. If left untreated, it can significantly increase the risk of stroke and other heart problems. But what does an AFib diagnosis really mean?

Heart rhythm disorders affect more than 2 million Americans. The most common of these disorders is atrial fibrillation (AFib) — and it may affect women differently than men.

Each new season brings new bugs and, potentially, new bug-related health concerns.

It's summertime and although the kids are out of school, they aren't immune to getting sick.

The back-to-school season is here and store shelves are stocked with pencils, folders and notebooks of all colors and sizes. Perhaps the most important thing parents can equip kids with, however, is a visit to the doctor's office.

When it's summertime, kids tend to spend their days playing outside or splashing around at the pool. And all that activity is a good thing. But how can you help keep your kid's activity level up when school starts again?

With the excitement of heading back to school — reuniting with friends, meeting new teachers, readying school supplies — can also come plenty of anxiety and stress.

Are you one of the many Americans becoming more health-conscious?