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Pregnancy and obesity: Know the risks
Know how obesity can affect your pregnancy. Learn about possible complications and specialized care you might need.
Cervical length: Why does it matter during pregnancy?
If cervical length during pregnancy shortens too soon, there might be an increased risk of preterm labor.
Hand-washing: Do's and don'ts
Done properly, hand-washing is a simple way to prevent the spread of germs and avoid getting sick.
Thyroid guard: Do I need one during a mammogram?
A Mayo Clinic expert discusses using thyroid guards during mammograms to reduce the risk of thyroid cancer from radiation.
Calcium supplements: A risk factor for heart attack?
Learn about the possible link between calcium supplements and heart attacks.
HPV infection: A cause of cancer in men?
Learn what types of cancer HPV can cause in men and how you can reduce your risk.
Atypical hyperplasia of the breast
Learn how a diagnosis of atypical lobular hyperplasia or atypical ductal hyperplasia affects your risk of breast cancer and what you can do.
Falling during pregnancy: Reason to worry?
Here's what to consider after a fall during pregnancy, including when to seek medical help.
Mayo Clinic Minute: Alzheimer's disease risk and lifestyle
Lifestyle factors such as exercise can affect your Alzheimer's disease risk.
Pyloric stenosis
In this condition, a valve between an infant's stomach and small intestine fails to open enough for food to pass through. Surgery is the treatment.
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