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Blood tests for heart disease

Article | Updated on December 17, 2019.

Learn how certain blood tests can offer clues to your heart health.

Colposcopy

TestProcedure | Updated on April 4, 2020.

Find out why colposcopy is done and what to expect during an exam to diagnose cancer and other problems affecting the cervix, vagina and vulva.

Well-baby exam: What to expect during routine checkups

Article | Updated on July 31, 2020.

Checkups will include measurements, a physical exam, vaccines and a development assessment.

College depression: What parents need to know

Article | Updated on February 14, 2020.

The transition to college can be emotionally challenging. Learn the signs of depression and what you can do to help your child cope.

COVID-19, cold, allergies and the flu: What are the differences?

Article | Updated on December 22, 2020.

Knowing if you have COVID-19, a cold, the flu or seasonal allergies isn't easy. Find out about the differences between these illnesses.

Suicide: What to do when someone is suicidal

Article | Updated on January 31, 2018.

Suicide — Learn what to do when someone you know is considering suicide.

3rd trimester pregnancy: What to expect

Article | Updated on February 27, 2020.

Third trimester pregnancy can bring Braxton Hicks contractions, backaches and hemorrhoids as you await the start of labor.

Safety tips for returning to school during COVID-19

Article | Updated on October 7, 2020.

Find out more about what school may look like for your child during the COVID-19 pandemic and what you can do to reduce risk and feel empowered.

Over-the-counter acne products: What works and why

Article | Updated on July 11, 2020.

Many acne products are available. Find out how they differ, what main ingredients to look for and how to use them for best results.

Leukemia

Disease | Updated on January 13, 2021.

Learn about this cancer that forms in the blood and bone marrow.

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