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Tweak your walking routine for muscle and bone health
With a few changes to your regular walking routine, you can keep muscle and bone loss at bay as you age.
Transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP)
Learn about this procedure used to treat urinary problems caused by an enlarged prostate gland.
Thin skin? Added protection helps
Fragile or thin skin is a fairly common problem, especially in older adults.
Testicular microlithiasis: Is it linked with testicular cancer?
A Mayo Clinic specialist discusses the relationship between testicular microlithiasis and testicular cancer.
Swimmer's ear
The moist environment from water remaining in your ear after swimming or bathing can lead to this infection in the outer ear canal.
Sulfa allergy: Which medications should I avoid?
Sulfa allergy: A Mayo Clinic expert discusses which medications are likely to cause problems.
Stool color: When to worry
Stool color is usually a result of diet and is only rarely a concern.
Stages of labor and birth: Baby, it's time!
Find out what happens during the different stages of labor and birth.
Slide show: Vaginal tears in childbirth
Vaginal tears during childbirth are common. See illustrations of various degrees of vaginal tears and treatment tips.
Slide show: Labor positions
Consider positions that might help you relax and ease pain during labor.
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