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June 9, 2025

Does your baby have a tongue tie?

Good news: Most tongue ties don’t require surgical treatment. Here’s what to know.

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What to ask your doctor about prostate cancer screening

Should you get a prostate-specific antigen (PSA) test? Start by discussing with your doctor.

Tips to help your child find constipation relief

How to keep things moving when your child is constipated.

Is iron-deficiency anemia making you tired?

The condition affects more than 1 billion people worldwide. See if your symptoms match up.

3 reasons for chronic shoulder pain

These painful shoulder problems bother many people. Here's how to get some relief.

When should my child first see a dentist and orthodontist?

An expert answer questions about when — and how often — your child should seek out a dentist or orthodontist, and why early intervention matters.

Adult ADHD: Why diagnosis sometimes comes later in life

Leaving the routine and structure of school can make symptoms of ADHD more obvious.

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Questions to ask your doctor about bladder cancer

If you’ve been diagnosed with bladder cancer, read on for ways to prepare for your first visits with your provider.

Simple hacks for osteoarthritis-friendly physical activity

Learn safe joint movements and embrace exercise.

Listen to your gut about when to take probiotics

Don’t waste your money on expensive supplements unless you’re taking antibiotics or having gastrointestinal symptoms.

How to reduce your risk of a kidney stone

Research points to more teens, women and blacks in the South getting kidney stones.

Early detection matters for testicular cancer

The incidence of testicular cancer has been increasing in the U.S. The good news? It’s highly treatable, especially when discovered early.

Bladder cancer treatment: Know your options

Understanding the range of medication-based treatments for bladder cancer in cases where treatments beyond surgery are required.