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Mehmet C. Oz, MD & Michael F. Roizen, MD
In their daily blog posts, Doctors Roizen and Oz offer the freshest
and most powerful health advice presented with humor and expert knowledge.
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Pneumonia Vaccine Update: Prevnar 13 for People 50 Plus
Posted on 6 February 2012 | 10:01 am
A pneumonia vaccine, called Prevnar 13, that was for kids 6 months to 5 years old, is now available for people 50 years and older. > More
Posted on 6 February 2012 | 10:01 am
A pneumonia vaccine, called Prevnar 13, that was for kids 6 months to 5 years old, is now available for people 50 years and older. > More
Is Leg Pain Years After Hip Replacement Normal?
Posted on 4 February 2012 | 10:02 am
Could a hip replacement surgery 15 years ago be the reason for my mother's recent leg pain complaints? > More
Posted on 4 February 2012 | 10:02 am
Could a hip replacement surgery 15 years ago be the reason for my mother's recent leg pain complaints? > More
Maggot Therapy for Wound Healing?
Posted on 4 February 2012 | 10:01 am
I have diabetes and an open sore on the outside of my foot that will not heal. My doctors mentioned using maggots for wound healing. Are they serious? > More
Posted on 4 February 2012 | 10:01 am
I have diabetes and an open sore on the outside of my foot that will not heal. My doctors mentioned using maggots for wound healing. Are they serious? > More
What Poop Colors Say About Your Health
Posted on 3 February 2012 | 10:01 am
When your body's gastrointestinal tract isn’t functioning correctly, poop colors can tell you what’s going on in your insides and whether you might have bowel problems. > More
Posted on 3 February 2012 | 10:01 am
When your body's gastrointestinal tract isn’t functioning correctly, poop colors can tell you what’s going on in your insides and whether you might have bowel problems. > More
Diet Tips for Headache Relief
Posted on 2 February 2012 | 10:01 am
Do your headaches make you feel like your head is about to explode? To be pain-free, you may need to change your diet. > More
Posted on 2 February 2012 | 10:01 am
Do your headaches make you feel like your head is about to explode? To be pain-free, you may need to change your diet. > More
Stand Tall for Better Posture and Good Health
Posted on 1 February 2012 | 10:01 am
Find out how maintaining good posture keeps the muscles in your abdomen, back, and pelvis (your "core") strong and flexible. > More
Posted on 1 February 2012 | 10:01 am
Find out how maintaining good posture keeps the muscles in your abdomen, back, and pelvis (your "core") strong and flexible. > More
5 Tricks to Prevent Type 2 Diabetes
Posted on 31 January 2012 | 10:01 am
Want to slash your risk of developing type 2 diabetes? Here are some clever ways to dodge the diabetes bullet. > More
Posted on 31 January 2012 | 10:01 am
Want to slash your risk of developing type 2 diabetes? Here are some clever ways to dodge the diabetes bullet. > More
Wondering How to Be Happy? Start Your Pursuit of Happiness Here
Posted on 30 January 2012 | 10:01 am
Much of your emotional and physical health depends on true happiness. > More
Posted on 30 January 2012 | 10:01 am
Much of your emotional and physical health depends on true happiness. > More
Suffering from Incontinence or Other Bladder Problems?
Posted on 29 January 2012 | 10:01 am
Incontinence and overactive bladder problems are on the rise. Find out how to prevent and treat these bladder issues. > More
Posted on 29 January 2012 | 10:01 am
Incontinence and overactive bladder problems are on the rise. Find out how to prevent and treat these bladder issues. > More
Does 'Healthy' Fast Food Exist?
Posted on 28 January 2012 | 10:02 am
All the fast-food places now have healthy entrees and salads -- or so they claim. How healthy are they really? > More
Posted on 28 January 2012 | 10:02 am
All the fast-food places now have healthy entrees and salads -- or so they claim. How healthy are they really? > More
Are Full-Body Airport Scanners a Cancer Risk?
Posted on 28 January 2012 | 10:01 am
Is the radiation from full-body airport scanners harmful? > More
Posted on 28 January 2012 | 10:01 am
Is the radiation from full-body airport scanners harmful? > More
Want to Stress Less? It's Possible
Posted on 27 January 2012 | 10:01 am
Apparently, we're getting used to living with constant stress -- not good. However, we're also getting better at managing stress. Try our top 10 ways to get some stress relief. > More
Posted on 27 January 2012 | 10:01 am
Apparently, we're getting used to living with constant stress -- not good. However, we're also getting better at managing stress. Try our top 10 ways to get some stress relief. > More
Cholesterol Medication May Raise Diabetes Risk
Posted on 26 January 2012 | 10:01 am
Statins for cholesterol control have many health benefits -- protection against Alzheimer's disease, cataracts, prostate cancer, and more -- but recent research reveals they put people at increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes. > More
Posted on 26 January 2012 | 10:01 am
Statins for cholesterol control have many health benefits -- protection against Alzheimer's disease, cataracts, prostate cancer, and more -- but recent research reveals they put people at increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes. > More
How to Quit Smoking in 5 Steps
Posted on 25 January 2012 | 10:01 am
If you're wondering how to quit smoking tobacco, use these five steps to help you steer clear of nicotine and start living healthier. > More
Posted on 25 January 2012 | 10:01 am
If you're wondering how to quit smoking tobacco, use these five steps to help you steer clear of nicotine and start living healthier. > More
3 Drug-Free Remedies for Pain Relief
Posted on 24 January 2012 | 10:01 am
When your body aches are the kind that won't quit, try these drug-free pain relievers to soothe your chronic arthritis and back pain. > More
Posted on 24 January 2012 | 10:01 am
When your body aches are the kind that won't quit, try these drug-free pain relievers to soothe your chronic arthritis and back pain. > More
Driving with a Cold is As Dangerous as Driving Drunk
Posted on 23 January 2012 | 10:01 am
The common cold is an automobile accident waiting to happen. The sneezing, tearing, fever, and puffy eyes make your reactions behind the wheel as slow and unsteady as driving drunk. > More
Posted on 23 January 2012 | 10:01 am
The common cold is an automobile accident waiting to happen. The sneezing, tearing, fever, and puffy eyes make your reactions behind the wheel as slow and unsteady as driving drunk. > More
Breast Cancer Risk May Be Linked to Toxic Environmental Factors
Posted on 22 January 2012 | 10:01 am
You wouldn't take a bath in paint thinner or breathe gas fumes for fun, but small "everyday" doses of environmental toxins could be putting you at increased risk for breast cancer. > More
Posted on 22 January 2012 | 10:01 am
You wouldn't take a bath in paint thinner or breathe gas fumes for fun, but small "everyday" doses of environmental toxins could be putting you at increased risk for breast cancer. > More
Prostate Cancer: Is 'Watch and Wait' a Good Idea?
Posted on 21 January 2012 | 10:02 am
My husband has been diagnosed with early-stage prostate cancer (confined to the prostate gland) and his doctors recommend a "watch and wait" approach. I say get it out of there. What's the smart move? > More
Posted on 21 January 2012 | 10:02 am
My husband has been diagnosed with early-stage prostate cancer (confined to the prostate gland) and his doctors recommend a "watch and wait" approach. I say get it out of there. What's the smart move? > More
Does Being Hungry Cause Bad Breath?
Posted on 21 January 2012 | 10:01 am
When I get really hungry, I get really bad breath. How can I stop that from happening? > More
Posted on 21 January 2012 | 10:01 am
When I get really hungry, I get really bad breath. How can I stop that from happening? > More
Religion and Faith Are Good for Your Soul and Body
Posted on 20 January 2012 | 10:01 am
All physicians see things they can't explain. When belief is strong, it seems to helps your heart, blood vessels, brain, and immune system. The latest: The more often you attend religious services, the better your blood pressure. > More
Posted on 20 January 2012 | 10:01 am
All physicians see things they can't explain. When belief is strong, it seems to helps your heart, blood vessels, brain, and immune system. The latest: The more often you attend religious services, the better your blood pressure. > More