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July 30, 2025

Know the facts about ovarian cancer

Listening to your body and being aware of individual risks are especially important when it comes to ovarian cancer.

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Newly diagnosed with lung cancer? What’s next

Leaning on your care team — as well as on friends and family — can help ease your initial fears and worries.

How a physiatrist can help with your osteoarthritis

With a focus on restoring function, a physiatrist can help you avoid surgery and get back to doing what you love to do.

Neurologic conditions that aren’t multiple sclerosis

There are other disorders that involve inflammation in the central nervous system, like these three.

The emotional side of being screened for lung cancer

Experts hear some common fears from patients. Here they offer some reassurance.

Does your baby have a tongue tie?

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

Protect your eyes from the bright summer sunshine

Here's what you need to know when picking out sunglasses to protect your eyes this summer.

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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.