Women's health
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Vagina: What's typical, what's not
Vaginal health is important. Use this information to protect your vaginal health and spot potential problems.
Surgery for stress urinary incontinence in women
Learn what's involved in surgery to treat stress urinary incontinence, including risks, benefits and other factors to consider before making a decision.
Prenatal vitamins: Why they matter, how to choose
Prenatal vitamins are an important part of pregnancy nutrition. Here's why.
Mayo Clinic Minute: Why the risk of frostbite is greater than you think
Learn why the risk of frostbite is greater than you think.
Does soy really affect breast cancer risk?
Soy foods reduce the risk of breast cancer, but more research is needed to determine whether soy supplements are equally beneficial.
Labor and delivery: Pain medications
Understand the pros and cons of various labor and delivery pain medications.
Childhood obesity
Childhood obesity can lead to various conditions, including type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure. Learn how to protect your child's health.
Hypertensive crisis: What are the symptoms?
A sudden rise in blood pressure over 180/120 mm Hg is considered a medical emergency, or crisis. It can lead to a stroke. Know the symptoms.
Pregnancy diet: Focus on these essential nutrients
Find out how to pack your pregnancy diet with essential nutrients, including folate, iron and vitamin D.
Flatfeet
A common and usually painless condition, flatfeet occurs when the arches of the feet flatten upon standing, allowing the entire soles to touch the floor.
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