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Planning to travel with atrial fibrillation?
Extra preparation before a trip can keep your plans — and heart — running smoothly if you have an irregular heartbeat. Get expert recommendations for your pre-travel checklist.
Personal health records and patient portals
Keeping health records electronically makes it easy to get medical information using a computer or smartphone.
Paleo diet: What is it and why is it so popular?
Is a diet based on what early humans might have eaten right for modern humans?
Organ donation: Don't let these myths confuse you
This practice saves lives, but wrong ideas surround it. Get the facts about being an organ donor.
Nuts and your heart: Eating nuts for heart health
Discover how walnuts, almonds and other nuts can improve heart health.
Nonprescription laxatives for constipation: Use with caution
Looking for a laxative to relieve constipation? Learn how different nonprescription medicines work and be aware of some risks.
Nonprescription acne treatment: Which products work best?
Find out how acne treatments you can buy at the store differ, what main ingredients to look for and how to use them for best results.
Napping: Do's and don'ts for healthy adults
Napping can benefit your health. Find out how to make the most of a nap.
Migraines: Simple steps to head off the pain
Learn how these self-care strategies may lead to less frequent and less severe migraines.
Menus for heart-healthy eating: Cut the fat and salt
Use these menus to jump-start your heart-friendly eating plan.
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