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Can vaginal tears during childbirth be prevented?
Learn what you can do to help lower the risk of vaginal tears during childbirth.
Herd immunity and COVID-19: What you need to know
To protect groups of people over time, it helps to know what level of recovery or vaccination in a population makes it hard for a germ to spread.
Exercising with osteoporosis: Stay active the safe way
Osteoporosis weakens your bones, but you can still exercise — in fact, you should.
Mammogram guidelines: What are they?
Latest Mayo Clinic mammogram guidelines for breast cancer screening.
Asthma: Limit asthma attacks caused by colds or flu
If you have asthma, find out how to keep your sneeze from turning into a wheeze due to colds or flu.
COVID-19 vaccines: Get the facts
Find out about the COVID-19 vaccines, the benefits of COVID-19 vaccination and the possible side effects.
Vaginal tears in childbirth
Vaginal tears during childbirth are common. Learn about different kinds of vaginal tears and how they can be treated.
Measles vaccine: Can I get the measles if I've already been vaccinated?
Is it possible to get measles from someone else if you've been vaccinated?
VBAC: Know the pros and cons
VBAC — vaginal birth after cesarean — is possible for many women. Know what to consider before choosing this option for delivery.
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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