No one wakes up thinking, “Today will be the day my life changes forever.” For two young Shreveport residents who had their whole lives ahead of them, they never prepared for life as they knew it to change in an instant.

A new year is often seen as a chance for a fresh start, so seize the moment to begin a new exercise routine, end an unhealthy habit, or try a new hobby you’ve been interested in. If you’re looking to improve your physical and mental health in 2018, these 18 tips can get you started on the right track.

In the United States, there is a significant gap between the way health-care information is communicated and the ability of most people to understand it. Nearly nine of 10 adults have difficulty using routine health information.