10 Things You Didn't Know About Alopecia

It's like something out of a bad dream. You step out of the shower, dry your hair, and are startled to discover a glaring patch of baldness on the back or side of your scalp. For the 6.6 million Americans suffering from alopecia areata, this bad dream could become their reality at any time.

How to Stop Smoking Today

If you're determined to quit smoking, good for you. But don't make it any harder on yourself than necessary by going cold turkey on your own - here's help.

    The American Cancer Society reports that about half of all smokers die from an illness related to smoking. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Prevention, men who smoke typically cut their life short by 13.2 years, and for women it’s 14.5 years. Smoking-related illness can also impact your quality of life. Why wait to quit?