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Latex allergy
This allergy is a reaction to proteins in natural rubber latex — found in medical gloves, balloons and more. Find out how to avoid many common triggers.
Aging: What to expect
Understand the natural changes that come with aging.
Metabolism and weight loss: How you burn calories
Learn if your metabolism influences weight loss — or weight gain.
Alzheimer's genes: Are you at risk?
What role do genes play in developing Alzheimer's? Are you at risk?
Smokeless tobacco products
Learn the risks of using products such as chewing tobacco, snuff and snus.
Stress symptoms: Effects on your body and behavior
Learn how stress symptoms can affect your health so that you can take action.
Sickle cell anemia
Learn about the symptoms, causes and treatment of this inherited blood disorder that, in the United States, is more common among Black people.
Teens and social media use: What's the impact?
Find out how to help limit the negative impact of these popular apps on your teenager.
HPV infection
This common viral infection often gets better on its own, but when it doesn't, it may cause a variety of warts and can even lead to some cancers.
Astigmatism
Imperfect curvature of your eye can cause blurred distance and near vision. Learn about this common and treatable eye condition.
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