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Heart rate: What's normal?
A normal resting heart rate for adults ranges from 60 to 100 beats per minute. A heart rate above or below that may signal a problem.
Heart cancer: Is there such a thing?
Although heart tumors do occur, the vast majority of them are noncancerous (benign).
HER2-positive breast cancer: What is it?
HER2-positive breast cancer tends to be more aggressive than other types of breast cancer. Treatments that target HER2 are very effective.
Gallbladder polyps: Can they be cancerous?
The size of gallbladder polyps can be a useful predictor of whether they're cancerous.
Foot swelling during air travel: A concern?
Swelling of the leg or foot while flying is common and usually harmless.
Flu shots for kids: Does my child need a flu shot?
Know the latest recommendations for children's flu vaccines.
Enterovirus D68 and parechovirus: How can I protect my child?
Enterovirus D68 and parechovirus infections can lead to serious illness among children. Know the symptoms and what you can do.
Eczema bleach bath: Can it improve my symptoms?
A diluted bleach bath may help treat chronic eczema.
Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE): What is it?
Find out more about a virus spread to people by mosquitoes, its symptoms and ways to prevent being infected with it.
Does honey offer sweet relief for allergies?
You've probably heard the buzz about honey for allergies — but does this sweet remedy deliver?
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