Nutrition basics
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NSAIDs: Do they increase my risk of heart attack and stroke?
Common pain medications such as ibuprofen or naproxen sodium may increase the risk of heart attack and stroke.
Coconut water: Is it super hydrating?
This drink is promoted as "super hydrating." But is it really any better than plain water?
Sex education: Talking to your teen about sex
Sex education is a parent's job. Here's help handling the challenge.
Family planning: Get the facts about pregnancy spacing
Consider the risks of timing pregnancies too close together or too far apart.
Cancer risk: What the numbers mean
The news is full of reports about cancer risk, but what does it all mean for you? Find out how to interpret cancer statistics.
High blood pressure in children
Children can develop high blood pressure for the same reasons adults do — excess weight, poor nutrition and lack of exercise.
Alcohol use: Weighing risks and benefits
Drinking alcohol in any amount is a health risk that increases with each drink you have. The risk peaks with heavy drinking, including binge drinking, which carries serious health risks.
Pancreatic cysts
Most pancreatic cysts are benign, but some types are cancerous. Find out about symptoms, causes and treatment of cysts in the pancreas.
Mayo Clinic Minute: 3 tips to reduce your risk of Alzheimer's disease
Exercise, mental stimulation and diet may be helpful in reducing Alzheimer's disease risk.
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.
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