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Zinc for colds: The final word?
Everyone's heard of taking zinc for colds. But does it really work?
Vulvar varicosities during pregnancy: What can you do?
Vulvar varicosities can cause discomfort during pregnancy. Understand what causes this form of varicose veins and learn how to get relief.
Valerian: A safe and effective herbal sleep aid?
Valerian — Can this sleep aid help you sleep better?
Toe walking in children
Walking on toes or the balls of the feet is fairly common in children who are learning to walk. Most children outgrow it.
Thalassemia
Some forms of this inherited blood disorder usually show up before the age of 2, often causing anemia. More severe forms of the disease require regular blood transfusions.
Sleepwalking
People who get up and walk around while sleeping may not need treatment. But if it happens often, it could be a sleep disorder that needs treatment.
Scorpion sting
Scorpion stings are painful but rarely life-threatening. Young children and older adults are most at risk of serious complications.
Ringworm (scalp)
Learn more on causes, symptoms, treatments of this easily spread, itchy fungal skin infection and how to prevent it.
Rett syndrome
This rare genetic disorder affects the way the brain develops, causing a progressive inability to use muscles for eye and body movements and language.
Probiotics and prebiotics: What you should know
Probiotics are foods or supplements that contain 'good' bacteria that might help treat or prevent illness. Should they be part of your diet?
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