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Diaper rash is redness and rash on a baby’s bottom or genital area. It is a very common rash. Normally,…
It is important to exercise no matter what age you are. A lifelong exercise program is the surest way to…
A fetal ultrasound is a test that uses sound waves to create an image of your unborn baby on a…
Spirituality is the way you find meaning, hope, comfort, and inner peace in your life. Research shows a connection between…
Polycystic kidney disease (PKD) is an inherited disease that affects the kidneys. It causes abnormal sacs of fluid (called cysts)…
Pneumonia is an infection of the lungs. How serious it is depends on what caused the pneumonia, your age, and…
Oppositional defiant disorder is a behavior condition that affects children and teens. It causes a negative effect on the child’s…
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Hepatitis B is a serious liver infection caused by a virus. It is usually spread from person to person through…
An advance directive is a legal document. It tells your doctor and family what kind of medical care you want…
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Preconception carrier screenings are pre-pregnancy tests a woman can have to determine if she or her partner are carriers of…
Tanning beds are the source of intense ultraviolet (UV) radiation. They are not safe.
Vertebroplasty treats compression spine fractures. In these fractures, the bone collapses and breaks. The procedure injects cement into the…
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