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Outpatient joint replacement: Is it a safe option?
Joint replacement of the hip, knee and shoulder can be done safely as outpatient surgery. Most people can go home the same day as the procedure.
Wrist blood pressure monitors: Are they accurate?
Devices that measure blood pressure at the wrist may be an option for some people. Know how to position a wrist monitor properly.
HER2-positive breast cancer: What is it?
HER2-positive breast cancer tends to be more aggressive than other types of breast cancer. Treatments that target HER2 are very effective.
Vitamin D deficiency: Can it cause high blood pressure?
Too little vitamin D is bad for the bones, but what about the heart? Learn how a low vitamin D level may affect blood pressure.
Fainting during urination (micturition syncope): What causes it?
Fainting during or immediately after urination, called micturition syncope, is a rare occurrence in healthy individuals.
Isometric exercises: Good for strength training?
Learn more about isometric exercises that contract a particular muscle or group of muscles.
How do COVID-19 antibody tests differ from diagnostic tests?
Antibody testing shows whether you've had the COVID-19 virus in the past. It's not the same as testing to see whether you have the virus now.
Colon cancer screening: At what age can you stop?
Some groups recommend people over 75 may consider stopping colon cancer screening. Not everyone agrees. Learn about your colon cancer screening options.
Testosterone therapy in women: Does it boost sex drive?
This type of hormonal therapy may boost sex drive for some women, but its long-term safety is unclear.
Diuretics and gout: What's the connection?
This treatment for high blood pressure can raise the risk of arthritis. Find out why and what you can do about it.
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