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Mononucleosis: Can it recur?
Mono can return in some rare cases. Learn why that happens.
Sudden death in young people: Heart problems often blamed
Sudden cardiac death in young people is rare. It's not the same as sudden cardiac arrest. Learn about the risk factors and causes and when screening is needed.
COVID-19: Long-term effects
Learn about the possible long-term effects of COVID-19.
Tonic-clonic (grand mal) seizure
Learn about this type of seizure that can cause convulsions. Also know how to help if you see someone having one.
Peritonitis
Learn about the causes, symptoms and treatment of peritonitis.
Fetal alcohol syndrome
This condition results from alcohol exposure before birth. The exposure causes lifelong problems with behavior, learning, thinking and physical development.
Iron deficiency anemia during pregnancy: Prevention tips
Are you getting enough iron? Know how to spot the symptoms of iron deficiency anemia during pregnancy and how to prevent it.
Pneumonia
Pneumonia — Learn about the symptoms, causes and treatment of this serious lung infection.
Silicone breast implants: What happens if they rupture?
Understand the health effects of ruptured silicone breast implants.
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