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Ampullary cancer
Learn more about the causes, diagnosis and treatments for cancer of the ampulla of Vater.
Amputation and diabetes: How to protect your feet
Find out who's at risk and what you can do to protect your feet from diabetes complications.
Arcus senilis: A sign of high cholesterol?
With this condition, older adults develop a gray arc around the cornea of the eyes.
Are energy drinks bull?
Thanks to a large amount of sugar and caffeine, energy drinks might give you a temporary energy boost. But too much sugar from energy drinks can add extra pounds. And too much caffeine can cause adverse side effects, such as nervousness, stomach upset, irritability, increased heart rate and insomnia. There are better ways to boost your energy. For example, get enough sleep, exercise regularly and eat a healthy diet.
Artificial sweeteners and other sugar substitutes
Get the facts on products that make food and drinks sweeter.
Auditory processing disorder (APD)
This type of hearing loss involves the brain. Learn about ways that can help people with the condition hear better.
Axona: Medical food to treat Alzheimer's
Axona — Can a supplement treat Alzheimer's disease?
Balance exercises
Balance exercises can improve your balance and help prevent falls. See how they're done.
Bedsores (pressure ulcers)
These areas of damaged skin and tissue are caused by sustained pressure — often from a bed or wheelchair — that reduces blood flow to vulnerable areas of the body.
Blocked tear duct
Watery, irritated eyes may occur when your tears can't drain normally. Learn about this common eye condition that affects newborns and sometimes, adults.
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