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When cancer returns: How to cope with cancer recurrence
Learn what cancer recurrence means, and find out what you can do to cope when cancer returns.
What is a heart failure action plan?
Know when new heart failure symptoms require a call to a health care provider or an ER visit. A heart failure action plan can guide your self-care.
Toe walking in children
Walking on toes or the balls of the feet is fairly common in children who are learning to walk. Most children outgrow it.
Thalassemia
Some forms of this inherited blood disorder usually show up before the age of 2, often causing anemia. More severe forms of the disease require regular blood transfusions.
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?
Teens and social media use: What's the impact?
Find out how to help limit the negative impact of these popular apps on your teenager.
Support groups: Make connections, get help
Support groups connect people facing similar challenges. Members share experiences and advice.
Suggestions as you consider your future career
Think about these ideas as you consider what skills and career you'd like to pursue in the future.
Sleepwalking
Comprehensive overview covers causes, treatment and prevention of this usually harmless sleep disorder.
Scorpion sting
Scorpion stings are painful but rarely life-threatening. Young children and older adults are most at risk of serious complications.
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