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High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
High blood pressure (hypertension) is a medical condition that occurs when your blood moves through your arteries at higher pressure… pressure is, the more often you need to have it checked. After age 18, have your blood pressure checked at least once every two years…
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Shin Splints
Shin splints describe a type of pain in your shinbone (tibia). They are often caused by overuse and heal within… splints Begin treatment right away if you have symptoms of shin splints. This can help reduce long-term damage. It can take several weeks or months…
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Newborn Sleep Routines
Establishing a sleep routine for your newborn will help both the baby and you develop stability and predictability… routines for naptime and bedtime. Your routines don’t need to be complicated. Just do the same thing at the same time every day. It can take several…
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Diet and Exercise for a Healthy Heart
Having a healthy heart is vital to your overall health. Two of the simplest yet most important ways to help… or worsen heart failure in some people. How much should I weigh? Talk to your family doctor about your ideal weight because every person is…
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Prostate Cancer
Prostate cancer is one of the most common types of cancer in men. Most types of prostate cancer grow slowly… for 2 to 3 weeks. You’re usually able to go back to work in about 1 month. You shouldn’t have severe pain with this surgery…
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Type 1 Diabetes
Diabetes is a disease that occurs when your body doesn’t make or use the hormone insulin properly… What is diabetes? Diabetes is a disease that occurs when your body doesn’t make or use insulin properly. Insulin is a hormone. It causes too much blood…
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Caring for a Relative Who Has Dementia
Caring for a loved one who has dementia is difficult. Learn how to best care for them while also taking… If your loved one is in the early stages of dementia, they may not require much care. This is a good time for you…
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Squamous Cell Carcinoma
Squamous cell carcinoma is a common form of skin cancer… What is squamous cell carcinoma? Squamous cell carcinoma is a common form of skin cancer. It develops in the thin, flat cells that form the top layer of the skin. It is usually caused by…
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What Are Probiotics and How Do They Work?
Probiotics are live, healthy microorganisms (bacteria and yeasts) found in your intestines… You’ve probably heard about probiotics, but you may still wonder: what are probiotics and how do they work? Probiotics are live bacteria and yeasts that can support your digestive health and offer other…
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Social Determinants of Health
Genes and biology aren’t the only factors that influence our health. Our behaviors and our social and physical environments also… There are many factors that influence our health. These factors are referred to as determinants of health. One kind of determinant of health is…
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Urinary Incontinence
Urinary incontinence is the loss of bladder control. This means that you can’t always control when you urinate… What is urinary incontinence? Urinary incontinence is the loss of bladder control. This means that you can’t always control when you urinate. Urinary incontinence can range from leaking a…
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Cardiomyopathy
Cardiomyopathy is a disease of the muscles in the heart. It causes your heart muscles to become enlarged… What is cardiomyopathy? Cardiomyopathy is a disease of the muscles in the heart. It causes your heart muscles to become enlarged. The extra thickness and stiffness of…
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Isotretinoin for Acne
Isotretinoin is a medicine used to treat very bad acne and it has certain side effects to consider… Isotretinoin is a medicine used to treat very bad acne. It is usually used for cystic acne that did not get better after treatment with other medicines…
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Panic Disorder and Panic Attacks
Panic disorder is a condition in which a person has episodes of intense fear or anxiety that occur suddenly, often… What is panic disorder? Panic disorder is a condition in which a person has episodes of intense fear or anxiety that occur suddenly, often…
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Cervical Cancer
Cervical cancer is abnormal growth of cells in a woman’s cervix. Cervical cancer is almost always caused by the human… What is cervical cancer? Cervical cancer is abnormal growth of cells in a woman’s cervix. The cervix is the lowest part of the uterus…
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Cirrhosis and Portal Hypertension
Cirrhosis and portal hypertension is a form of liver disease caused by alcoholism, poor diet, or infection… What is cirrhosis and portal hypertension? Cirrhosis is a form of liver disease. It occurs when cells in your liver become damaged and your body can’t repair them…
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Genital Warts
Genital warts are small, flat, flesh-colored bumps or tiny, cauliflower-like bumps. They’re caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV)… What are genital warts? Genital warts are small, flat, flesh-colored bumps or tiny, cauliflower-like bumps. Genital warts are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). There are…
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Generalized Anxiety Disorder
A general anxiety disorder is ongoing anxiety that isn’t related to a particular event or situation… What is generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)? Anxiety is a word that describes feelings of apprehension, concern, nervousness, restlessness, or worry. Normal feelings of anxiety often serve as an “alarm…
