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Changing Your Diet: Choosing Nutrient-rich Foods
Changing your diet to include nutrient-rich foods is a healthier option and can reduce your risk for chronic diseases.
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Changing Your Cravings for "Bad" Foods
Giving in to food cravings doesn’t have to be unhealthy, if you learn how to substitute good foods for bad…
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Changes in Your Body During Pregnancy: Third Trimester
The third semester of your pregnancy starts at 28 weeks and signals the last phase before giving birth.
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Changes in Your Body During Pregnancy: Second Trimester
Your body continues to change in the second trimester of pregnancy. As your baby continues to grow, so does your…
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Changes in Your Body During Pregnancy: First Trimester
The first trimester of pregnancy can be exciting and scary. A person’s body goes through a lot of changes—physically and…
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CBD Oil
CBD is short for cannabidiol. It is a chemical found in the Cannabis sativa plant. CBD oil does not make…
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Catch Up on Your Missed Vaccinations: Tips from Family Docs
Staying up to date on vaccines is one of the most important ways you can help protect yourself and those around you. But we know there are many factors that might keep you or your family member from getting vaccinated. Catching up on missed…
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Cat and Dog Bites
Cat and dog bites are common injuries. A family pet or a stray animal could bite you. But you can…
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Cast Care
Having to wear a cast isn’t necessarily enjoyable — or comfortable. But taking proper care of your cast may mean…
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Caring for Your Premature Baby
A premature baby is one that is born before the 37th week of pregnancy and can require a lot of…
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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…
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Caring for a Person Who Has Intellectual or Developmental Disabilities
Caring for a person who has intellectual or developmental disabilities can be challenging and rewarding.
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Caring for a Baby Who Has Down Syndrome
Raising a child with Down syndrome takes a commitment to help them be their best.
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Caregiving: Care for Yourself While Caring for Others
Caregivers provide care for people with chronic medical conditions. It can be challenging, and they often experience stress and get…
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Caregiver Health and Wellness
Caregivers are at increased risk for a number of health problems. Learn about these conditions and what you can do…
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Cardioverter-Defibrillator: A Treatment for Arrhythmia
A cardioverter-defibrillator is a medical device implanted to treat an irregular heartbeat.
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Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
CPR, or cardiopulmonary resuscitation, is done when a person isn’t breathing or their heart has stopped. It can save a…
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Car Safety for Pregnant Women
A pregnant woman must take extra precautions when riding in or driving a car.
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Cancer: Medical Vocabulary
When you are diagnosed with cancer, it can be overwhelming. You have your feelings to deal with, plus a whole…
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Cancer: Helping Your Family Help You
Asking your family members for help during this time benefits both you and them. Members of your family want to…