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Monitoring your blood pressure at home may be necessary for certain medical conditions.
A lipid panel is a simple blood test to check your cholesterol levels. This test is important because cholesterol can…
Body mass index (BMI) measures body fat. It’s based on your height and weight. It can tell you if you…
Many things influence how children see themselves. Parents can play a critical role in helping children develop a positive body…
Piercings should always be done in a clean environment using sterile (clean and germ-free) equipment. This is the best way…
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Botulinum toxin, or Botox, is used to treat muscle spasms and other conditions. It is injected into the affected…
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Exercising your brain is important to reduce your risk of developing dementia.
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A breast cyst aspiration is an in-office procedure your doctor will do to drain a cyst in your breast.
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Although many people only associate breast problems with women, men can also be affected. If you have noticed changes in…
Breast lumps, pain, discharge or skin problems can be a sign of a minor problem or something more serious, so…
Breastfeeding benefits your baby. Breast milk contains nutrients and antibodies your baby needs. Breastfed babies are less likely to develop…
Pumping and storing breast milk allows you to continue to feed your baby breast milk through a bottle.
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