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Tonsillitis

Disease | Updated on November 7, 2020.

Learn about the causes and treatment of tonsillitis, a common cause of sore throat in children.

Combination birth control pills

TestProcedure | Updated on December 17, 2020.

Combination birth control pills, oral contraceptives that contain estrogen and progestin, keep you from ovulating.

Hemorrhoids

Disease | Updated on July 3, 2019.

There are many effective options for easing the discomfort of hemorrhoids — swollen veins in your anus and lower rectum.

Home care services: Questions to ask

Article | Updated on October 17, 2020.

Choosing a home health care provider can be challenging. Learn what questions to ask.

Molluscum contagiosum

Disease | Updated on March 21, 2020.

Learn how to prevent and treat this common skin infection that affects people of all ages.

VBAC: Know the pros and cons

Article | Updated on June 23, 2020.

VBAC — vaginal birth after cesarean — is possible for many women. Know what to consider before choosing this option for delivery.

Fecal occult blood test

TestProcedure | Updated on May 12, 2020.

Learn how doctors use fecal occult blood tests (FOBT), such as the fecal immunochemical test (FIT), to screen for colon cancer.

Pregnancy loss: How to cope

Article | Updated on February 27, 2020.

Pregnancy loss is devastating. Consider ways to cope with your grief and move toward healing.

Male menopause: Myth or reality?

Article | Updated on June 20, 2020.

Male menopause is a catchy phrase, but it isn't accurate. Here's why.

Weight-loss readiness

Article | Updated on March 22, 2019.

Answer these six questions to see if you're ready to start a weight-loss plan. Learn what steps to take if you aren't quite there.

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