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  • A female doctor examines X-ray of a patient’s lungs looking for signs of lung cancer. Lung cancer is abnormal growth of cells in the lungs. It is one of the most common forms of cancer in the world.

    Lung Cancer

    Lung cancer is abnormal growth of cells in the lungs… symptoms of lung cancer, your doctor will do a physical exam. He or she will listen to your chest. If they hear fluid around your lungs, they may suspect lung cancer. They will ask you…

  • woman buying produce at a farmer's market

    Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) | Chronic Kidney Disease and Nutrition

    Following a special diet can help reduce the buildup of waste in your kidneys, reducing stress and slowing the progress… and salt-free spices. Avoid salt substitutes. They often contain high levels of potassium. Fluids. If you have trouble getting rid of fluid from your body, you…

  • potty chair on a rug surrounded by children’s toys

    Toilet Training Your Child

    Toilet training is a major milestone in your child’s life. Learn tips on how you can successfully train your child… chair. Allow your child to observe the transfer of the bowel movement from the potty chair into the toilet. Let your child flush the toilet…

  • Tired woman sitting on the stairs with bottle of water in gym

    Exercise-induced Bronchospasm

    Exercise-induced bronchospasm is when the airways in your lungs narrow during exercise, making it hard to breath. This can make… help lessen EIB symptoms. Avoid exercising in very cold temperatures. Avoid exercising when you are sick, like with a cold or the flu. Avoid exercising…

  • A close up photo of a woman’s nose and mouth. Nasopharyngeal cancer develops in the nasopharynx, the area where the back part of your nose opens into your upper throat.

    Nasopharyngeal Cancer

    Nasopharyngeal cancer is a malignant tumor that develops in the space between the back of the nose and upper… will my treatment last? What is the best treatment for my nasopharyngeal cancer? What happens if I get a cold or the flu during my treatment?…

  • X-ray of woman’s pelvis, showing bladder stones

    Bladder Stones

    Bladder stones are small crystals that form in your urine. They are hard and become trapped in your bladder. They… into your urethra. The camera detects the stones. Your doctor uses a laser or ultrasound to break the stones into smaller sizes. Fluids will wash…

  • Bioterrorism

    Bioterrorism is the use of bacteria, viruses, or germs to purposely harm large quantities of people or communities… loss of appetite. It is followed by severe stomach pain, bloody diarrhea, and vomiting with blood. Inhalation anthrax starts out like the flu, with a fever, sore…

  • Pressure Sores

    Pressure sores are sores on your skin. They’re usually caused by being in a bed or wheelchair nearly all the… What are pressure sores? Pressure sores are sores on your skin. They’re caused by being in a bed or wheelchair nearly all the time…

  • A couple holds hands while talking to a doctor holding a clipboard. Syphilis is a serious infection spread through sexual contact. It's important to seek treatment early if you notice syphilis symptoms.

    Syphilis

    Syphilis is a serious infection passed from one person to another through sexual contact. It is caused by a bacteria… What is syphilis? Syphilis is a serious infection passed from one person to another through sexual contact. It is caused by a bacteria (germ)…

  • mother stands in nursery holding sleeping newborn

    Postpartum Health

    After giving birth, your body changes and complications can occur. Learn the complications and warning signs… After giving birth, most women are very focused on their newborn. They don’t pay as much attention to their own health. But your body goes through a lot of…

  • Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis

    Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis can cause joint pain and swelling in children younger than 16. Its symptoms can be intermittent or… What is juvenile rheumatoid arthritis? Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis is a disease. It causes joint pain and swelling. It typically starts before the age of…

  • Three men, one of them older, on exercise bikes at gym

    Men’s Guide to Preventive Health Care

    Men have different health care needs than women and may need to pay more attention to their health because of… It is up to us to take charge of our health. Focusing on your physical and mental health can prevent a lot of conditions and…

  • Doctor measures the blood pressure of a pregnant woman

    Preeclampsia

    Preeclampsia is a condition women can get while pregnant. It involves an increase in blood pressure and signs of damage… What is preeclampsia? Preeclampsia is a condition women can get when pregnant. It is sometimes called toxemia. It occurs when women who are pregnant have…

  • Screening in Pregnancy

    Pregnancy screenings can provide valuable information before your baby is born about the risks for common birth defects… Pregnancy screenings can provide valuable information before your baby is born. For example, genetic screenings can determine your baby’s risk for certain birth defects. This includes…

  • Doctor examining a child, checking her throat and tonsils. Common tonsillitis symptoms include redness and feeling like your throat or neck glands are swollen due to inflammation of the tonsils.

    Tonsillitis

    Tonsillitis is an inflammation of the tonsils that happens when they become infected by a virus or bacteria. It is… What is tonsillitis? Tonsillitis is an inflammatory disease. It occurs when your tonsils become infected by a virus or bacteria. Tonsils are the oval-shaped areas…

  • A doctor wearing a white coat sits with a patient in his office to go over the benefits of the RSV vaccine.

    RSV in Adults Over 60

    Older adults (above the age of 60) are at higher risk for severe RSV infection. This is especially true if… What is RSV? Respiratory Syncytial Virus, or RSV, is a common virus that affects the lungs and breathing passages. The virus is common in…

  • man holding injured head in pain

    Concussion

    A concussion is a type of traumatic brain injury (TBI). It occurs when you hit your head, neck, or body… What is a concussion? A concussion is a type of traumatic brain injury (TBI). Most often, it occurs when you hit your head hard against an…

  • young girl sleeping on cozy bed with white blanket

    Enuresis (Bedwetting)

    Enuresis is the medical name for bedwetting… What is enuresis (bedwetting)? Enuresis is the medical term for bedwetting while sleeping. Bedwetting is fairly common among children. It is often just a stage in their development. Bedwetting is more common among boys than girls. It…

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