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Isolated systolic hypertension: A health concern?
Both the top and bottom numbers in blood pressure readings hold clues about your health. But if just the top number is high, it might be a concern.
Demyelinating disease: What can you do about it?
Learn the causes and types of these diseases that affect the protective covering of nerves, which include multiple sclerosis. Also learn how they're treated.
Monkeypox: What is it and how can it be prevented?
Find out more about the rare mpox, or monkeypox, viral infection, the possible symptoms in humans, treatment options and how to prevent getting or spreading the virus.
Concussion in children: What are the symptoms?
Whether your child's concussion is mild or severe, allow time to recover.
Cervical cysts: Can they be cancerous?
Cervical cysts usually aren't cancerous. Some types of cervical cysts are so common that they're considered a normal feature of cervical anatomy.
White coat hypertension: When blood pressure rises in a medical setting
Blood pressure that measures high during a health checkup could be a risk factor for high blood pressure. Find out more.
Induced lactation: Can I breastfeed my adopted baby?
With time and dedication, breastfeeding without pregnancy (induced lactation) might be possible.
Infant growth: What's normal?
Infant growth rates depend on various factors. Consider what's typical during baby's first year.
Bacterial vs. viral infections: How do they differ?
Understand the differences between bacterial and viral infections.
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.
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