Watch my interview with author Dan Buettner, who has identified "blue zones" around the world where residents live the longest, healthiest lives.

The female condom can help women gain control over their own bodies and protect themselves from infection and death -- and it needs more political, social, and financial support.

Phobias, such as the fear of flying, elevators or public speaking can disrupt people's lives. I recently spoke with psychologist Robert Reiner about how to overcome these fears with the help of virtual reality.

Last week's CDC report, "Health, United States, 2009" confirms that Americans are increasingly turning to medications, scans, and procedures to improve their health. Exercising, eating right, and weight loss: not so much.