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Group B Strep Infection
Group B strep is a common kind of bacteria that can sicken newborns who are exposed to it during… who have group B strep may develop an infection of the urinary tract (also called a UTI), placenta, amniotic fluid, or bloodstream. Older adults and people…
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Herbal Health Products and Supplements
Herbal health products and dietary supplements can benefit your health. Taking too many or the wrong ones could have negative… Herbal health products and supplements may not be safe if you have certain health problems, are pregnant, or are breastfeeding. Children and older adults also…
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Hip Fractures
A hip fracture is a break in your thigh bone (femur) where it connects to your pelvic bone. Hip fractures… doctor How can I tell the difference between a hip fracture and sprain? How can I avoid getting a pressure sore? Should I wear compression…
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After 50: Nutritional Needs
Don’t ignore your nutritional needs as you get older… calories should a man and a woman have if they are trying to lose weight? Resources National Institute on Aging: Healthy Eating: Smart Food Choices for Healthy Aging U.S. Food & Drug Administration: Using the Nutrition…
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Ways to Increase Low Testosterone
Testosterone is a sex hormone that your body makes. Normally, men produce more of it than women do. Some men… Testosterone is a sex hormone that your body makes. Normally, men produce more of it than women do. Some men may have low amounts of…
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Kegel Exercises for Your Pelvic Muscles
Kegel exercises strengthen the muscles under the uterus, bladder, and bowel (large intestine)… Kegel exercises strengthen the muscles under the uterus, bladder, and bowel (large intestine). At the bottom of your pelvis are layers of muscles known as your pelvic floor. They are shaped like…
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Prostate Cancer | Pros & Cons of PSA Testing
Early detection is easier to treat and more likely to be cured, but PSA testing isn’t always accurate and can… risks and benefits of periodic screening. They do not recommend PSA screening for prostate cancer in men 70 years of age and older. Other organizations…
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Nourish Your Brain
A healthy brain is just as important as a healthy body. Many of the things you do to keep your… is experiencing cognitive decline may have trouble learning, using language, or remembering things. Some cognitive decline is a normal part of growing older. Cognitive decline…
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Cervical Spondylotic Myelopathy (CSM)
Cervical spondylotic myelopathy (CSM) is a compression of the spinal cord in your neck… the spinal cord in your neck. A compression of the spinal cord means pressure, pinching, or squeezing on it. CSM often affects adults 40 years or older. It can affect younger…
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Running: Preventing Overuse Injuries
It’s common for runners to overdo it and become injured. You may run too far or too fast. But it’s… It’s common for runners to overdo it. In fact, up to 70% of runners develop injuries each year. They most often occur because of a…
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Overactive Bladder
Overactive bladder is a condition that causes you to lose control of your bladder without warning… What is overactive bladder? Overactive bladder is a condition that causes you to lose control of your bladder without warning. You may have to urinate more often or…
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Dementia
Dementia is a group of symptoms often caused by changes in brain structure. It often occurs in older people but… What is dementia? Dementia isn’t a disease. It’s a group of symptoms that can be caused by changes in brain structure. Dementia often occurs…
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Parkinson’s Disease
Parkinson’s disease is a movement disorder that affects the nervous system and causes tremors, slowed movements and stiff muscles… What is Parkinson’s disease? Parkinson’s disease is a kind of movement disorder. It affects the nervous system and causes problems with muscle movement. It is…
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Prostatitis
Prostatitis is an inflammation of the prostate gland that happens when the tissue becomes swollen an irritated… What is prostatitis? The prostate is a gland that is part of the male reproductive system. It’s about the size of a walnut and helps in sperm…
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Lichen Sclerosus
Lichen sclerosus is a skin condition that affects the genital or anal areas. It can cause a rash, itching, pain,… What is lichen sclerosus? Lichen sclerosus is a type of skin condition. It often affects your genital or anal areas, but you can get…
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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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Heart Failure
Heart failure means your heart isn’t pumping blood as well as it should. It can be caused by different heart… What is heart failure? The term “heart failure” sounds scary. But it simply means your heart isn’t pumping blood as well as it should…
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Diabetes and Heart Disease
People with diabetes are more likely to have heart disease, but there are steps you can take to lower the… People who have diabetes are more likely to get heart disease. When you have diabetes, your blood sugar level is often much higher than it should be. Too…
