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Caffeine: How does it affect blood pressure?
Caffeinated drinks can raise blood pressure in the short term. But the long-term effects on blood pressure aren't clear.
Cigar smoking: Safer than cigarette smoking?
Despite what you might think, cigars aren't that different from cigarettes. Like cigarettes, cigars contain nicotine, tobacco and cancer-causing chemicals.
Coronary artery spasm: Cause for concern?
This sudden, temporary squeezing of an artery reduces blood flow to the heart. Know the causes and treatment.
Diabetes and depression: Coping with the two conditions
Diabetes and depression can occur together. Here's what you need to know.
Ebola transmission: Can Ebola spread through the air?
Ebola virus: A Mayo Clinic expert explains how the virus spreads
Fainting during urination (micturition syncope): What causes it?
Fainting during or immediately after urination, called micturition syncope, is a rare occurrence in healthy individuals.
Fallopian tubes: Is pregnancy possible with only one?
Pregnancy may be possible with one fallopian tube.
Foamy urine: What does it mean?
Persistently foamy urine can be a sign of protein in your urine (proteinuria) and could be an indicator of kidney disease.
Frontal fibrosing alopecia
This type of receding hairline, which primarily affects older women, is treatable. The earlier you talk with your doctor about it, the better your chance of preventing permanent baldness.
Genital herpes: Can you get it from a toilet seat?
It is nearly impossible to get genital herpes from a toilet seat.
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