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How to Find a Cancer Doctor
… Care Services … webpage provides a list of several online directories to cancer specialists. Visit www.cancer.gov/about-cancer/managing-care/services to find this and other cancer resources. …
Learn About Obesity and Cancer Risk
… mechanisms might link obesity and cancer. You can learn more about obesity and cancer by visiting cancer.gov/obesity-fact-sheet . …
Relieving Rosacea
… Rosacea can also cause red bumps that look like acne. It most often affects women ages 30 to 60. It’s more common among people who are fair-skinned. And it can be uncomfortable. “Sometimes …
Grinding Your Teeth?
… sleep. They can also suggest how to protect your teeth and break the habit of tooth grinding. Visit your dentist regularly. They can check for signs of bruxism, such as tooth wear and jaw …
NIH Teen Video Contest
… will receive $2,000 in cash and a free trip to the NIH campus in Bethesda, Maryland. The NIH visit will be a day of science, networking, and fun! The deadline for video submission is April …
Are You Overdue for a Cervical Cancer Screening?
… signs or symptoms. But it can be detected early with regular screenings. Screenings require a visit to your health care provider. They will collect cells from your cervix with a brush and …
Health in Rural America
… means people may be forced to drive hours for health care. … The Role of Telehealth … Virtual visits may be one option for rural patients. Telehealth—delivering care on the phone or … scarce. Someone with diabetes, for example, can take a blood sugar reading during a virtual visit with their doctor. Patients with depression and other mental health conditions can get …
Preparing for Menopause
… During midlife, a woman’s menstrual periods grow further and further apart. At some point, they stop completely, and she can no longer get pregnant. This is because the ovaries … ages 45 and 55. This means women can expect less frequent periods and other symptoms at some point during their 40s. But it’s different for every woman. There’s no lab test to predict when …
When Cancer Spreads
… the original tumor, they can squeeze into blood vessels and travel to other sites. At this point, escaping cells are usually destroyed by the body’s [qtip:immune system|The system that … quality of life. This type of treatment is called palliative care. It can be given at any point during cancer treatment. Learn more about palliative care . “Joining advocacy or support …
Step It Up!
… neighborhoods also have more connected street networks,” he says, “so it’s easy to get from point A to point B without taking a long route around.” His research also suggests that children are more …
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