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Child abuse
Child abuse includes physical, sexual, emotional and medical abuse, as well as neglect. Learn about signs, risk factors, how to get help and prevention.
Febrile seizure
These frightening but generally harmless seizures are triggered by a fever and affect infants and young children.
Narrow stools: Should I be concerned?
Narrow stools may be a sign of narrowing or obstruction of the colon.
Acute bronchitis: Is it contagious?
Most cases of acute bronchitis are caused by viruses and are contagious. Learn ways to reduce your risk of catching viruses that can cause bronchitis.
Toddler speech development: What's typical for a 2-year-old?
A Mayo Clinic specialist describes typical speech development between the ages of 2 and 3.
Blood pressure readings: Why higher at home?
Blood pressure that consistently measures higher outside a medical office is called masked hypertension.
Foamy urine: What does it mean?
Persistently foamy urine can be a sign of protein in your urine (proteinuria) and could be an indicator of kidney disease.
Acid reflux and GERD: The same thing?
Acid reflux and GERD are closely related, but the terms aren't necessarily interchangeable.
Nighttime headaches: How can I get relief?
"Alarm clock" (hypnic) headaches wake people up. But other nighttime headaches also can disrupt sleep. Relief begins with determining the cause.
Sleep deprivation: A cause of high blood pressure?
Too little sleep affects not only energy levels but also heart health.
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