Today's Feature   02.09.10

Ticked Off? With warmer weather, ticks can feast on all the exposed skin they encounter. But the tiny bloodsuckers can give you Lyme disease. Read here how to spot these pests and prevent it. MORE FEATURES • Touching techniques for breast health • Letting go of the sugar rush • Does shark cartilage relieve arthritis pain? • The many modes of whitening your choppers • Traversing the sea for a living

Our new self-care centers are packed with information on the latest research and treatments, advice to help you feel better, and tools to improve your health.

•	'Third-Hand Smoke' Could Be Troublesome, Too
•	Glaucoma Drugs May Play Role in Longer Life
•	Stem Cell Research Makes Another Advance
•	Older Stroke Patients Are Getting Better Treatment
•	High Blood Pressure May Predict Dementia in Some Seniors

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Q: How Are You Planning to Reduce Stress Over the Holidays?     Staying at home (not traveling)     Going on a relaxing vacation     Simplifying the celebrations     Making more time for myself     Something else See past polls

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American Heart Month

February is American Heart Month. Find out how a low-fat, high fiber diet with an assortment of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains can help keep your heart healthy.

Eight great ways to protect your heart

Heart attacks: The warning signs

Are you at risk for heart disease?

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