Consumer health basics
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Telehealth: Technology meets health care
From patient portals to wearable monitoring devices, telehealth gives you the tools to better manage your health. Are you taking advantage of these tools?
Toothache: First aid
Until you see a dentist, use floss to remove any food particles, take an over-the-counter (OTC) pain reliever, and apply an OTC antiseptic to the gum area.
Peripheral neuropathy
Learn what may cause the prickling, tingling or numb sensations of nerve damage and how to prevent and treat this painful disorder.
Coma
Learn what can cause this state of prolonged loss of consciousness. While a coma rarely lasts longer than a few weeks, some people never wake from one.
Dysarthria
This condition affects muscles used for speaking. Speech therapy and treating the underlying cause may improve speech.
Easy bruising: Why does it happen?
Get the facts about easy bruising. Learn about causes and find out when it's a sign of a problem.
Memory loss: When to seek help
Memory loss may indicate normal aging, a treatable condition or the onset of dementia.
Emergency health information: Keep your personal and family records within reach
Emergency preparedness includes making sure you can quickly access critical health information for you and your family.
Menstrual cycle: What's normal, what's not
Learn about how to track your menstrual cycles and what any changes may mean.
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.
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