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Personal health records and patient portals
Personal health records and patient portals make it easy to access your medical information using your computer or smartphone.
Osteopathic medicine: What kind of doctor is a D.O.?
You know what M.D. means, but what does D.O. mean? What's different and what's alike between these two kinds of health care providers?
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.
Omega-6 fatty acids: Can they cause heart disease?
This essential fatty acid is found in certain foods and is recommended as part of a healthy diet.
Nocturnal panic attacks: What causes them?
Nighttime panic attacks can cause sweating, rapid heart rate, trembling, shortness of breath, heavy breathing, flushing or chills. Learn about treatment.
Nighttime headaches: How can I get relief?
"Alarm clock" (hypnic) headaches wake people up. But other nighttime headaches also can disrupt sleep. Relief begins with determining the cause.
Nicotine dependence
Nicotine dependence can be tough to kick, but treatments and resources are available to boost your chances of success.
Narrow stools: Should I be concerned?
Narrow stools may be a sign of narrowing or obstruction of the colon.
Multiple sclerosis
This nervous system disorder causes a range of symptoms — and while there's no cure, it's possible to have long periods of remission.
Mononucleosis and Epstein-Barr: What's the connection?
The Epstein-Barr virus sometimes causes a disease known as mono. Learn who is at risk and what the symptoms are.
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