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Pregnancy and hot tubs: What's the risk?
Understand the possible risks of hot tub use during pregnancy.
Pregnancy constipation: Are stool softeners safe?
Pregnancy constipation is common. Know how to safely treat it.
Premenstrual dysphoric disorder: Different from PMS?
Extreme moodiness, intense sadness or marked irritability in the days before your period — along with your usual PMS symptoms — could be PMDD.
Prenatal vitamins: OK for women who aren't pregnant?
Prenatal vitamins: Why they might not be suitable if you're not pregnant.
Repeat C-sections: Is there a limit?
Repeat C-sections are common — but each C-section is generally more complicated than the last.
Sea salt vs. table salt: What's the difference?
Should you take health claims about sea salt with a grain of salt? What makes it different from table salt?
Silicone breast implants: What happens if they rupture?
Understand the health effects of ruptured silicone breast implants.
Skin changes during pregnancy: What can you expect?
Find out about common skin changes during pregnancy, including pigmentation changes, varicose veins, acne and stretch marks.
Sodium nitrate in meat: Heart disease risk factor?
Sodium nitrate, a preservative in some meats, may increase your heart disease risk.
Sperm: How long do they live after ejaculation?
After ejaculation, the life span of sperm depends on the circumstances.