Healthy pregnancy
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X-ray during pregnancy: Is it safe?
Learn when an X-ray during pregnancy might cause harm and how to avoid it.
Vaping during pregnancy: Is it safe?
Vaping during pregnancy can expose your baby to nicotine.
Vaccines during pregnancy: Are they safe?
Find out which vaccinations you need while pregnant and which ones to stay away from.
Thyroid guard: Do I need one during a mammogram?
A Mayo Clinic expert discusses using thyroid guards during mammograms to reduce the risk of thyroid cancer from radiation.
Silent heart attack: What are the risks?
This type of heart attack occurs with few, if any, symptoms. Find out more.
Shingles vaccine: Can I transmit the vaccine virus to others?
A shingles vaccine uses only part of the varicella-zoster virus, so you can't infect others.
Sex and COVID-19: Can you get COVID-19 from sexual activity?
Close contact, including sexual activity, is a risk factor for COVID-19. Find out how to lower your risk of getting the COVID-19 virus from a sexual partner.
Repeat C-sections: Is there a limit?
Repeat C-sections are common — but each C-section is generally more complicated than the last.
Pregnancy constipation: Are stool softeners safe?
Pregnancy constipation is common. Know how to safely treat it.
Pregnancy acne: What's the best treatment?
Learn about self-care and safe medications to treat acne during pregnancy.
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