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Stomach flu: How long am I contagious?
Depending on which virus causes your stomach ailment, you can be contagious from a few days to two weeks or more.
Sodium nitrate in meat: Heart disease risk factor?
Sodium nitrate, a preservative in some meats, may increase your heart disease risk.
Sitting risks: How harmful is too much sitting?
Sitting for long periods — such as in front of the TV or at a desk — appears to increase risk of death from cardiovascular disease and cancer.
Shingles vaccine: Should I get it?
People who are age 50 and older should get this vaccine to prevent shingles.
Pet allergy: Are there hypoallergenic dog breeds?
There are no hypoallergenic dog breeds, but you can reduce your allergic reactions.
Osteopathic medicine: What kind of doctor is a D.O.?
You know what M.D. means, but what does D.O. mean? What's different and what's alike between these two kinds of health care providers?
Opioid stewardship: What is it?
Learn about the roles everyone plays in opioid stewardship, safety and overdose.
Measles vaccine: Can I get the measles if I've already been vaccinated?
Is it possible to get measles from someone else if you've been vaccinated?
Mammogram guidelines: What are they?
Latest Mayo Clinic mammogram guidelines for breast cancer screening.
Is it safe to store food in takeout containers?
Takeout containers aren't the best for storing leftovers. Wrap or repackage food to keep it fresher and safer.
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