Nearly 23 million Americans are affected by diabetes, and one-third are unaware that they have the disease. Undiagnosed, diabetes can result in vision impairment. Your doctor of optometry can identify signs of diabetes and other eye-related health problems. Early detection can help you enjoy a lifetime of good vision.

As Americans get into the full swing of the holiday season, massage therapy can be a winning addition to holiday planning and shopping lists.

The next time you're in a restaurant and see marlin on the menu, "just say no." That's the message of a new, nationwide campaign called "Take Marlin Off the Menu," which is urging consumers to stop eating marlin, and restaurants to take marlin and other billfish such as sailfish and spearfish off their menus.

Taking the first step toward a healthier lifestyle can seem overwhelming. The American Medical Association (AMA) suggests that one way to start might be with small changes that can lead to big health benefits.

As you re-examine your monthly expenses to cover the escalating costs of food and fuel, it's important to consider life insurance in your plans. While it may be tempting to think a life insurance policy is out of reach in today's economy, it's actually more affordable than you think -- especially if you plan for it in the same way you budget for everything else.

Everyone knows they should watch their cholesterol, but do you know why? If you have high cholesterol, you may have twice the risk for heart disease -- the number one health problem for both women and men in the United States.

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic, disabling disease that attacks the central nervous system. More than 400,000 people in the United States and nearly 2.5 million worldwide are living with MS. A recent survey found that mobility challenges have a big impact on the quality of life among many people with MS, limiting their day-to-day activities and independence.