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Low blood sodium in older adults: A concern?
For older adults, low blood sodium, known as hyponatremia, can cause death if left untreated.
Limbic-predominant age-related TDP-43 encephalopathy (LATE)
LATE causes symptoms similar to Alzheimer's, but may progress more slowly.
Isolated systolic hypertension: A health concern?
Both the top and bottom numbers in blood pressure readings hold clues about your health. But if just the top number is high, it might be a concern.
Iron deficiency in children: Prevention tips for parents
Learn how much of this key mineral your child needs and what the health risks of not getting enough are.
Hyperinsulinemia: Is it diabetes?
Hyperinsulinemia often is associated with type 2 diabetes.
How your brain works
Which part of your brain does what? Take a tour.
How you hear
Your ears enable you to gather and interpret sounds from the world around you.
Home birth: Know the pros and cons
Understand the possible risks and how to plan and prepare for a home birth.
High cholesterol in children: How is it treated?
High cholesterol in children can lead to narrowed and hardened arteries, increasing the risk of heart disease later in life.
Henoch-Schonlein purpura
Learn about the symptoms, causes and treatment of this blood vessel disease, also called IgA vasculitis, that causes a purplish rash on the lower legs.
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