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Birth control pill FAQ: Benefits, risks and choices
The birth control pill is surrounded by misinformation. Get the facts on common concerns and questions about taking the pill.
Breast implants and cancer: Any connection?
Concerned about a link between breast implants and cancer? Get the facts.
Breastfeeding and alcohol: Is it OK to drink?
Breastfeeding and alcohol don't mix well. A Mayo Clinic specialist discusses how alcohol affects breast milk.
Breastfeeding positions
Breastfeeding can be awkward at first. Experiment with various positions until you feel comfortable.
Breastfeeding strike: Why do babies refuse to nurse?
Understand why babies sometimes refuse to breastfeed and what you can do about it.
Brush up on how to brush your teeth
Are you brushing your teeth properly? Here's how to brush: Hold your toothbrush at a slight angle — aiming the bristles toward the area where your tooth meets your gum. Gently brush with circular short back-and-forth motions. Remember to brush the outside, inside and chewing surfaces of your teeth, as well as your tongue. Use a fluoride toothpaste and a soft-bristled toothbrush that fits your mouth comfortably. Consider using an electric or battery-operated toothbrush. Brush your teeth twice a day.
Bruxism (teeth grinding)
Bruxism is a condition in which you grind, gnash or clench your teeth unconsciously when you're awake or while you're sleeping.
COVID-19 infections by race: What's behind the health disparities?
Understand how underlying health problems, the places where people live and work, and racism can affect who becomes severely ill with COVID-19.
COVID-19: Who's at higher risk of serious symptoms?
Advanced age and some health conditions can raise the risk of serious COVID-19 (coronavirus disease 2019) illness.
Calcium supplements: A risk factor for heart attack?
Learn about the possible link between calcium supplements and heart attacks.
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