Children's health
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Infant growth: What's normal?
Infant growth rates depend on various factors. Consider what's typical during baby's first year.
Is it safe to store food in takeout containers?
Takeout containers aren't the best for storing leftovers. Wrap or repackage food to keep it fresher and safer.
Mammogram guidelines: What are they?
Latest Mayo Clinic mammogram guidelines for breast cancer screening.
Measles vaccine: Can I get the measles if I've already been vaccinated?
Is it possible to get measles from someone else if you've been vaccinated?
Newborn sleep: Should I wake my baby for feedings?
Get the facts about when to wake a sleeping baby for a feeding.
Opioid stewardship: What is it?
Learn about the roles everyone plays in opioid stewardship, safety and overdose.
Pet allergy: Are there hypoallergenic dog breeds?
There are no hypoallergenic dog breeds, but you can reduce your allergic reactions.
Shingles vaccine: Should I get it?
People who are age 50 and older should get this vaccine to prevent shingles.
Sitting risks: How harmful is too much sitting?
Sitting for long periods — such as in front of the TV or at a desk — appears to increase risk of death from cardiovascular disease and cancer.
Sodium nitrate in meat: Heart disease risk factor?
Sodium nitrate, a preservative in some meats, may increase your heart disease risk.
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