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10 Types of Complementary Cancer Therapy
Here is a brief explanation of 10 different complementary cancer therapies.
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10,000 Steps
Watch this to learn how setting and reaching a goal of 10,000 steps per day can help your health.
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12 Weeks to a Heart-Healthy Lifestyle
Heart disease is a killer, but you can do plenty to reduce your risk and prolong your life. Research shows that making lifestyle changes can decrease your risk of heart disease and help you control it if you already have it.
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22q11.2 Deletion Syndrome in Children
22q11.2 deletion syndrome is a genetic disorder that can cause many health problems. These problems may range from heart defects and developmental delays to seizures.
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24-Hour Urine Collection
A 24-hour urine collection is a simple lab test that measures what’s in your urine. The test is used to check kidney function. Here's what you need to know.
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24-Hour Urine Cortisol
This urine test measure the level of the hormone cortisol, which helps your body manage stress.
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24-Hour Urine Protein
This test measures the amount of protein in your urine. When protein shows up in your urine, you may have kidney disease, diabetes, or another condition.
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5 Health Symptoms Women Shouldn’t Ignore
If you’ve noticed small changes in your health, you may be tempted to shrug them off. But something small may be a sign of a more serious issue.
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5 Home Safety Threats You Might Overlook
For safety's sake, look through your home often. Keep an eye out for not-so-obvious hazards.
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5 Nonpregnancy Reasons to See Your OB-GYN
What do obstetrician-gynecologists (OB-GYNs) actually do? If you said that they provide pregnancy care and treat menstrual disorders, that’s true—but it’s only part of the answer.
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5-Hydroxyindoleacetic Acid (Urine)
This test measures the amount of 5-hydroxyindoleacetic acid in your urine. The test can help find out if you have a carcinoid tumor.
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6 Ways to Master Your Job Search
Being out of work is always a frustrating situation. There are some specific strategies to help you rise above other job candidates.
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8 Mistakes Heart Patients Make
The way you respond to a heart attack can make a big difference in what happens to you in the future.
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911 Basics: Responding to a Heart Attack
Chest pain could be simple indigestion or a heart attack. Knowing the warning signs of a heart attack, and knowing how to respond, could save a life. The following guidelines can help you make the right decisions and take the right steps when seconds count.
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A Child Living with a Pacemaker or Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (ICD)
Detailed information on living with a pacemaker or implantable cardioverter defibrillator
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A Child's Concept of Death
From babies to teens, a look at how children understand death.
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A Child's First Dental Visit Fact Sheet
You can take your child at a younger age, but experts recommend taking your child by about 12 months at the latest. The dentist can provide or recommend preventative information regarding baby bottle tooth decay, infant feeding practices, mouth cleaning, teething, pacifier habits, and finger-sucking. habits.
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A Common Plastic Comes Under Scrutiny
Polycarbonate plastic is durable, impact-resistant, and clear. It is widely used in food and drink containers, but research has raised concerns over its health effects.
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A Fruity Way to End the Meal
Naval oranges, ripe strawberries, and sliced bananas are served with a yogurt-ginger sauce.
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A Guide to Common Medicinal Herbs
Here are some common medicinal herbs. Most herbs have not been completely tested to see how well they work or to see if they interact with other herbs, supplements, medicines, or foods.