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Deciding When to See a Doctor
It can be hard to know when you should go to the doctor. There are no rules about when to…
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The DASH Diet: Healthy Eating to Control Your Blood Pressure
Eating healthier foods improves many health problems, including high blood pressure (hypertension).
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Deep Vein Thrombosis
Deep vein thrombosis is a blood clot that occurs in your leg veins. It can break off and travel to…
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Cytomegalovirus
Cytomegalovirus (CMV) is a common virus that most people are exposed to as infants. It rarely causes symptoms, but sometimes…
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Crying: Under Age 1
A crying baby is normal. However, it can be upsetting to you and it’s usually a sign something is bothering…
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Cystic Fibrosis (CF)
Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a genetic disorder (it runs in families) that causes your mucus and sweat glands to behave…
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Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
CPR stands for cardiopulmonary resuscitation. It’s an important lifesaving technique to use in emergencies.
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CPAP Devices for Sleep Apnea
A CPAP device fits over your face while you sleep. It reduces snoring and prevents sleep disturbances that can interfere…
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Cushing's Syndrome
Cushing’s syndrome is a disease that occurs when your body makes too much of the hormone cortisol, or you get…
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Is It a Cold or the Flu?
The common cold and the flu are both contagious respiratory illnesses caused by viruses. They share many symptoms, but they…
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Complete Blood Count (CBC)
A complete blood count test measures the different cells and platelets in your blood to give a doctor a picture…
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Circumcision
Circumcision is a procedure where the foreskin (the skin that covers the tip of the penis) is removed. It’s usually…
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Common Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs)
Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are infections spread by sexual contact.
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Cough Medicine: Understanding Your OTC Options
Over-the-counter cough suppressants can be used to treat some coughs that are interfering with your sleep or activities, but not…
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Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Chronic fatigue syndrome is a disease that causes extreme fatigue that lasts for more than 6 months and interrupts daily…
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Bone Cancer
Bone cancer is cancer of the bones. Most cases of bone cancer start in other areas and spread to the…
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Blood Test: Lipid Panel
A lipid panel is a simple blood test to check your cholesterol levels. This test is important because cholesterol can…
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Choosing Safe Baby Gear
Having a baby means you’ll need a lot of baby gear. First, do your research to ensure everything you buy…
