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Symptom Checker
Our trusted Symptom Checker is written and reviewed by physicians and patient education professionals. Find a possible diagnosis by choosing…
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How to survive an extended power outage with home medical equipment
Electricity is something we take for granted. When you depend on electricity to power medical equipment and medicine at home,…
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Hand, foot, and mouth disease (HFMD)
Hand, foot, and mouth disease is a common, mild, contagious childhood illness. It causes sores inside and outside the mouth…
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I Tested Positive for COVID-19. Now What?
If you have—or suspect that you have—COVID-19, you should follow the CDC’s recommendations for isolation to stop the spread of…
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Women’s Guide to Preventive Care
It’s important for women to take an active approach to health care. This means making it a priority to schedule…
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Obesity and Pregnancy
Women who are obese can have healthy pregnancies. It is important to receive regular prenatal care to manage risks to…
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Dealing With Hep B and C During Pregnancy
Women who are pregnant and have hepatitis B or C are at risk for passing the virus to their baby…
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Skin tags
Skin tags are non-cancerous skin growths that feel like a hanging mole. They are more common with age.
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Pituitary Tumors
The pituitary gland is located in your brain and produces hormones. Most pituitary tumors are non-cancerous.
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Indigestion (Dyspepsia)
Indigestion happens when your body has trouble digesting food. Anyone can get indigestion, either on occasion or as part of…
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Traveler’s Diarrhea
Traveler’s diarrhea is a common travel-related illness that anyone can get when traveling to certain areas. Most cases are mild…
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Opioid Addiction
An opioid addiction is a powerful urge to use opioids. These are medicines that are prescribed to relieve pain, such…
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Menopause
Menopause is when your menstrual periods permanently stop (12 months in a row without a period) and you can no…
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How to Treat Cold Sores
Cold sores are small, blister-like, fluid-filled lesions that usually appear around the border of the lips. They are caused by…
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What Should I do if I Get a Spider Bite?
Spiders are found everywhere. But each kind of spider is unique. Some tend to live outdoors. Some are common inside…
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At high risk for COVID-19? Create a plan
You are more likely to get very sick from COVID-19 if you are 50 years and older OR if you have some high-risk conditions, such as diabetes, heart disease, and asthma. Protect yourself by creating a plan to prepare for unexpected illness
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Dictionary of Medical Terms
Gain a better understanding of medical terminology by searching our dictionary of more than 1,300 terms.
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