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Living wills and advance directives for medical decisions
Living wills and other advance directives describe your treatment preferences in end-of-life situations when you can't speak for yourself.
Mental illness in children: Know the signs
It can be hard to tell the difference between typical behavior and symptoms of mental illness in children. Find out what to look for and when to act.
Diabetic neuropathy types: Symptoms tell the story
Depending on which type of this condition you have, certain parts of the body may be affected. That can cause symptoms to vary.
Pregnancy and atrial fibrillation
Being pregnant with AFib raises the risk of blood clots. Know which blood-thinning medicines are and are not safe during pregnancy.
Placenta: How it works, what's normal
Understand how this pregnancy organ works and what conditions can affect it.
Exercising with osteoporosis: Stay active the safe way
Osteoporosis weakens your bones, but you can still exercise — in fact, you should.
High-risk pregnancy: Know what to expect
Find out what to expect during a high-risk pregnancy and learn steps you can take to stay healthy.
COVID-19, cold, allergies and the flu: What are the differences?
Knowing if you have COVID-19, a cold, the flu or seasonal allergies isn't easy. Find out about the differences between these illnesses.
Guide to different tick species and the diseases they carry
Learn about different tick species and some of the diseases they may carry.
Antidepressants: Safe during pregnancy?
Medicines often are important for treating depression while pregnant. Weigh the risks and benefits with your health care team.
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