Diet pills, supplements and surgery
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Weight-loss surgery: Is it an option for you?
Weight-loss surgery is one part of a treatment plan for weight loss. Learn about the criteria and what is expected of you.
Dietary supplements for weight loss
Do dietary supplements deliver on weight-loss claims? Are they safe? Get the facts.
Cancer blood tests: Lab tests used in cancer diagnosis
Blood tests used to help diagnose cancer include CBC and tumor marker tests. Other tests and procedures are needed to confirm a cancer diagnosis.
Slide show: Blood sugar testing
Blood sugar testing is an essential part of diabetes care. See how it's done.
Doppler ultrasound: What is it used for?
A Doppler ultrasound measures blood flow and pressure in blood vessels.
Biopsy: Types of biopsy procedures used to diagnose cancer
Learn about the different ways of collecting suspicious cells to test in the lab to diagnose cancer.
Blood pressure chart: What your reading means
Checking your blood pressure helps you avoid health problems. Learn more about what your numbers mean.
Mayo Clinic Minute: New definition of Alzheimer's changes
Researchers are changing the way they define Alzheimer's disease and opening the door for better research — and hopefully, better treatments.
Diagnosing Alzheimer's: How Alzheimer's is diagnosed
Even though there isn't a cure, early diagnosis of Alzheimer's dementia is important.
Alli weight-loss pill: Does it work?
Alli is an over-the-counter weight-loss pill that keeps your body from absorbing all of the fat in food. Learn about the drug's benefits and side effects.
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