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Tips for choosing and using canes
A cane can improve balance and mobility. Learn about the choices that are available and how to use a cane correctly.
Prenatal vitamins: Why they matter, how to choose
Prenatal vitamins are an important part of pregnancy nutrition. Here's why.
Bone health: Tips to keep your bones healthy
Find out what you can do to promote and protect bone health.
Insulin and weight gain: Keep the pounds off
Understand why weight gain is linked to insulin treatment, and find out how to dodge those extra pounds while still managing your blood sugar.
Pregnancy diet: Focus on these essential nutrients
Find out how to pack your pregnancy diet with essential nutrients, including folate, iron and vitamin D.
How to take your pulse
Learn two ways to take an accurate pulse, or heart rate.
The reality of menopause weight gain
Find out what causes menopause weight gain, and learn about ways you may be able to minimize it.
Calcium and calcium supplements: Achieving the right balance
Considering calcium supplements? First figure out how much calcium you need. Then weigh the pros and cons of supplements.
Debunking COVID-19 myths
Some information you come across about COVID-19 may be out of date or false. Learn about COVID-19 myths so you can bust them when you see them.
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