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Oral human papillomavirus, or HPV, is on the rise in men, increasing the threat of oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma—a cancer caused by HPV that affects the back of the throat.
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Fatty fish like salmon are a heart-healthy dietary choice, chock full of artery-clearing omega-3 fatty acids. Here’s a creative way to get your next serving.
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Would you like the benefits of a vegetarian lifestyle, such as losing weight and improving your health, but you can't commit to ruling out meat? Find middle ground with the flexitarian diet.
As a source of foodborne illness, E. coli bacteria can be deadly. But aren't E. coli also regular residents of our intestines? When do E. coli become the "bad guys"? To learn more about this common bacterium, take this quiz.
This calculator is for children with asthma. If you know your child's height, you can find his or her predicted peak flow.
Osteoporosis is a disease that slowly weakens bones until they break easily. People who have a broken bone related to osteoporosis often experience a downward turn in their overall health.
People with diabetes may develop eye problems such as glaucoma and diabetic retinopathy. In this video, you'll find out more about these problems and what you can do to prevent them. The best approach is good control of your blood sugar levels. You should also have a yearly eye exam.
A home should be a haven—a place where you rest and enjoy time with family—a place of safety and security. But that isn't always the case.