Fitness basics
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Insulin and weight gain: Keep the pounds off
Understand why weight gain is linked to insulin treatment, and find out how to dodge those extra pounds while still managing your blood sugar.
Inducing labor: When to wait, when to induce
Find out who can benefit from getting the uterus to contract to start labor and why.
Humidifiers: Ease skin, breathing symptoms
Find out about different types of these devices. Learn what they can do for you and how to keep them clean.
How to take your temperature
Learn how to get an accurate temperature reading at home, using common types of thermometers.
How to take your pulse
Learn two ways to take an accurate pulse, or heart rate.
How to measure your respiratory rate
Learn how to accurately measure your breathing rate, which is also known as your respiratory rate.
How to get pregnant
Looking for tips on how to get pregnant? Here's help understanding how to maximize your fertility and when to talk to a doctor.
How fit are you? See how you measure up
Find your fitness level with these simple fitness tests.
Hormone therapy: Is it right for you?
Hormone therapy helps treat bothersome menopausal symptoms, but it's not for everyone. See if hormone therapy might work for you.
Home pregnancy tests: Can you trust the results?
Wondering if you're pregnant? Know the pros and cons of home pregnancy testing.
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