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Medical credentials and degrees explained
Confused by the credentials for doctors, nurses and physician assistants? Get definitions of common credentials and learn why they matter.
Opioid use during pregnancy
Find out how opioid use during pregnancy might affect your baby.
Women's health: Prevent the top threats
Find out how to prevent the top women's health risks, including heart disease, stroke and cancer.
Rheumatoid arthritis medications: Dangerous during pregnancy?
Learn which rheumatoid arthritis medications can be dangerous during pregnancy.
Prenatal yoga: What you need to know
Considering prenatal yoga? Find out about the basics and benefits of this popular workout.
Potty training: How to get the job done
Your guide to potty training basics, including when to start and what to do.
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?
Medications and supplements that can raise your blood pressure
Certain medicines and herbal remedies, including those used to treat pain, depression and the common cold, can increase blood pressure.
Self-esteem: Take steps to feel better about yourself
Overcome negative self-talk and low self-esteem by using techniques from mental health counseling.
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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