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Juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA)
Learn about this type of arthritis that affects children and can cause growth problems, joint damage and eye inflammation.May 28, 2026 -
High blood pressure (hypertension)
Learn the symptoms and treatment of this condition — which raises the risk of heart attack and stroke — and the lifestyle changes that can lower the risk.February 29, 2024 -
Premature birth
Here's what you need to know about caring for a premature baby and the possible health problems of a preterm birth.December 23, 2025 -
Heart attack
A blockage of blood flow to the heart can damage or destroy heart muscle.March 27, 2026 -
Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)
This common problem, also known as an enlarged prostate, can be treated.December 23, 2025 -
Rheumatoid arthritis
This ongoing condition can affect more than just the joints. It also can damage skin, eyes, lungs, heart and blood vessels.April 9, 2025 -
Migraine
Find out more about these painful headaches that can last hours to days. They also can cause nausea, vomiting, and sensitivity to light and sound.July 8, 2025 -
Reye's syndrome
Learn about the causes and treatment of this rare but serious condition causing swelling in the liver and brain.July 30, 2024 -
Meningitis
Spot the signs and understand the treatment options for meningitis, an infection that has several possible causes.October 17, 2024 -
Chest pain
Pain in the chest has many possible causes — and some are serious. Here's why it's so important to see a healthcare professional about chest pain.December 10, 2024 -
Sex during pregnancy: What's OK, what's not
Questions about sex during pregnancy? Here's what you need to know.July 24, 2024 -
Episiotomy: When it's needed, when it's not
Planning a vaginal delivery? Find out when an incision between the vagina and anus might be needed during childbirth.January 21, 2026 -
Gas and gas pains
Learn about what is typical digestive system gas, what contributes to gas, and what you can do to lessen gas or gas pains.September 20, 2025 -
Fever
Medications can lower a fever, but sometimes it's better left untreated. Fever may play a role in helping your body fight off infections.December 20, 2025 -
Bad breath
This condition, also called halitosis, most often is caused by certain foods, health conditions and habits. Learn how to treat and prevent it.December 21, 2023 -
Shingles
Learn more about symptoms, causes, treatment and vaccine prevention of this painful condition affecting the nerves.August 20, 2022 -
Mumps
Find out more about the symptoms and treatment of this viral illness and how vaccines can prevent it.November 23, 2022 -
Crohn's disease
Learn about symptoms and treatment for this debilitating, but treatable, digestive condition.December 4, 2025 -
Sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS)
Learn about the unexplained death of a young baby who seems healthy.July 19, 2023 -
Diaper rash
Learn more about the causes, prevention and home remedies for this common condition that irritates skin under diapers.July 1, 2022
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