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Bone density test
If your doctor suspects you have osteoporosis, a bone density test can assess your bone strength. Learn about the risks and results of this procedure.
Tubal ligation
Thinking of getting your tubes tied? This surgery offers a permanent form of birth control. Know the risks and what to expect.
Hormonal IUD (Mirena)
This birth control device gives long-acting protection that can be reversed.
Amniocentesis
Find out about this prenatal test that checks the fluid surrounding the baby during pregnancy.
Circumcision (male)
Learn about the benefits and risks of surgery to remove the skin that covers the tip of the penis.
Medical abortion
Learn what to expect when medicine is used to end a pregnancy, including side effects, risks and possible complications.
Morning-after pill
This type of emergency birth control can help prevent a pregnancy after sex if protection wasn't used or didn't work.
Stereotactic body radiotherapy
This type of radiotherapy uses highly targeted radiation beams to treat tumors in all parts of the body.
Telestroke (stroke telemedicine)
Telestroke or stroke telemedicine uses technology to provide expert stroke care in smaller communities.
COVID-19 diagnostic testing
Find out how to test to learn if you're infected with the virus that causes COVID-19.
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