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Triglycerides: Why do they matter?
Like cholesterol, triglycerides can cause health problems. Here's how to lower your triglycerides.
Transgender facts
Know the basics about sex and gender, including common terms and definitions.
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.
Swallowing gum: Is it harmful?
Your body can't digest chewing gum. So what happens when you swallow it?
Suicide: What to do when someone is thinking about suicide
Take action when you see warning signs that someone is thinking about suicide. Talk with the person. Be sensitive and direct. Urge the person to get help.
Strep throat in young children: A common diagnosis?
Strep throat in young children is uncommon, but it's possible. Learn about symptoms.
Spinal cord tumor
Spinal cord tumors can cause serious problems such as pain and paralysis. Find out how more about management and treatment.
Spastic colon: What does it mean?
This term is sometimes used to refer to irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) — but how accurate is it?
Slide show: How your brain works
Which part of your brain does what? Take a tour with this slide show.
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.
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