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Osteoporosis
Fractures associated with this bone-weakening condition can be life-altering. Good nutrition, regular exercise and medications can help.
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.
Oophorectomy (ovary removal surgery)
Learn about the risks, recovery and what to expect during surgery to remove the ovaries.
Nipple discharge
Fluid leaking from the nipples isn't often a sign of breast cancer. Learn more about the possible causes and when to see a doctor.
Natural breast enhancement: Do supplements work?
Breast enhancement supplements haven't been proved effective, and they could cause side effects.
Myomectomy
This surgical procedure to treat uterine fibroids tries to preserve fertility using a variety of approaches.
Morning-after pill
This type of emergency birth control can help prevent a pregnancy after sex if protection wasn't used or didn't work.
Morning sickness
Learn more about nausea and vomiting during pregnancy. Learn about remedies that may help ease that queasy feeling.
Molecular breast imaging
Learn about this breast cancer screening test that's sometimes used in addition to mammograms, especially for those with dense breast tissue.
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