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Heart rate: What's normal?
A normal resting heart rate for adults ranges from 60 to 100 beats per minute. A heart rate above or below that may signal a problem.
Heart attack prevention: Should I avoid secondhand smoke?
It's possible that secondhand smoke can irritate the arteries and increase the risk of a heart attack.
Health issues for lesbians and other women who have sex with women
Understand health concerns for lesbians and other women who have sex with women, and take steps to promote good health.
Health issues for gay men and other men who have sex with men
Understand health concerns for gay men and other men who have sex with men, and learn how to promote good health.
Hand-washing: Do's and don'ts
Done properly, hand-washing is a simple way to prevent the spread of germs and avoid getting sick.
HPV vaccine: Who needs it, how it works
Learn about how the HPV vaccine works, who needs it and what side effects to expect.
Genetic testing for breast cancer: Psychological and social impact
Prepare for your hereditary cancer gene test by learning how genetic testing for breast cancer may affect you and your family members.
Frequent sex: Does it protect against prostate cancer?
Some studies have suggested that frequent ejaculation may reduce the risk of prostate cancer. But other research hasn't supported this idea.
Food poisoning: How long can you safely keep leftovers?
Prevent food poisoning with these food safety tips for handling and reheating leftover food.
Flu vaccine: Safe for people with egg allergy?
If you have egg allergy, you still may be able to receive the flu vaccine.
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