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Living wills and advance directives for medical decisions
Living wills and other advance directives describe your treatment preferences in end-of-life situations when you can't speak for yourself.
Pregnancy exercises
Learn exercises that can improve your core strength and muscle tone during pregnancy.
Joint protection for people with hand arthritis
Joint protection — photos showing joint protection techniques to avoid hand arthritis pain.
Back pain during pregnancy: 7 tips for relief
Ease a painful or achy back while pregnant with these simple tips.
Tips for choosing and using canes
A cane can improve balance and mobility. Learn about the choices that are available and how to use a cane correctly.
Bladder control: Lifestyle strategies ease problems
Bladder training and avoiding bladder irritants might help with bladder control.
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.
Blood donation
Find out what to expect during blood donation and how your blood will be used to help others.
Water retention: Relieve this premenstrual symptom
Find out what's behind premenstrual water retention and what treatments might lessen discomfort.
Mayo Clinic Minute: Easing the itch of mosquito bites
Mosquito bites are a common summer nuisance. Learn the best way to stop yourself from scratching.
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