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Body mass index (BMI) measures body fat. It’s based on your height and weight. It can tell you if you…

Caring for a loved one who has dementia is difficult. Learn how to best care for them while also taking…

Caregivers are at increased risk for a number of health problems. Learn about these conditions and what you can do…

Information for caregivers about preparing for a loved one’s end-of-life issues, such as care options, legal documents, and funeral…

Botulinum toxin, or Botox, is used to treat muscle spasms and other conditions. It is injected into the affected…

Most of us can find a doctor or a hospital nearby. Rural residents struggle to find health care in their…

Even minor usage of tobacco, alcohol, or drugs during your pregnancy can cause serious risks for the health of your…

Urinary incontinence is the loss of bladder control. This means you can’t always control when you urinate. Most types of…

Many women want to do what they can to prevent pregnancy. Birth control (also called contraception) can help. Many types…

A diaphragm is reusable dome-shaped cup that fits over the opening of a woman’s cervix and works as a form…

Caring for a loved one while working outside the home can be a challenging balancing act. Talk to your employer,…

An asthma action plan is developed by your doctor. It contains written instructions about what you should do if you…

Drowning occurs when you get water in your lungs, and is the fifth leading cause of unintentional death in the…

The paleo diet is sometimes nicknamed “the caveman diet,” as it is tied to the diets of our ancestors. It’s based on food sources for humans during the Paleolithic area — or the “Stone Age.” The staples of the paleo diet are lean meats…

Certain medicines taken during breastfeeding can affect you or your baby through your breast milk.