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3 ways to avoid secondhand smoke
Want to avoid secondhand smoke? Try these tips: 1. Don't allow smoking in your home or vehicle. Opening windows and using fans doesn't eliminate secondhand smoke exposure. 2. Choose smoke-free care facilities for children and aging loved ones. 3. Patronize businesses with no-smoking policies.
3 ways to get closer to achieving your goals
When goals are meaningful and relevant to you, they can provide direction, meaning and a marker of progress. Find out more about an approach to goal setting that increases your chances of accomplishing your goals.
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.
A1C test
Learn more about the preparation for and results of this common diabetes blood test.
ANA test
An antinuclear antibody (ANA) test is one test used to help determine if you have an autoimmune disease such as lupus.
Asthma: Steps in testing and diagnosis
Think you or your child might have asthma? Here's what's involved in making a diagnosis.
Atypical cells: Are they cancer?
Atypical cells appear abnormal, but they aren't necessarily cancerous.
BRCA gene test for breast and ovarian cancer risk
Find out what to expect if you're considering a blood test to determine if you have an increased risk of breast cancer. Learn what your results might mean.
Barium enema
Find out how to prepare and what to expect if your doctor has recommended a barium enema.
Bilirubin test
Find out what to expect from a bilirubin test — an important blood test that determines how your liver is functioning.
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