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Medical history: Compiling your medical family tree
Use a special family tree to track your family's health information.
Making progress towards your goals
Learn how to make progress toward your goals of learning new skills such as a new language or a musical instrument.
How plant-based food helps fight cancer
Got salad? A Mayo expert weighs in on the benefits of plant-based eating for cancer prevention.
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.
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.
Sitting risks: How harmful is too much sitting?
Sitting for long periods — such as in front of the TV or at a desk — appears to increase risk of death from cardiovascular disease and cancer.
Cancer prevention: 7 tips to reduce your risk
Real-life ways to reduce your risk of cancer.
7 signs and symptoms not to ignore
Do your symptoms merit medical attention? From weight loss to flashes of light, know when to seek care.
Is antibacterial soap a do or a don't?
It's generally best to wash your hands with soap and water. Over-the-counter antibacterial soaps are no more effective at killing germs than is regular soap.
Vaccines for adults: Which do you need?
Vaccines offer protection from infectious diseases. Find out how to stay on top of the vaccines recommended for adults.
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