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• Is it a Migraine or a Stroke?

  About 12 percent of Americans have migraines, and every year 795,000 Americans have a stroke.

• What's So Great About Breast Milk?

  Throughout your pregnancy, your body adapts to provide for your growing baby, and this remarkable process doesn’t end at birth. Through the production of breast milk, you can continue to protect and nurture your baby long after birth. It delivers a lifetime of health benefits to both baby and mother. 

• Know Before You Go: Why Destination Cosmetic Surgery Might Not Be a Bargain

  Traveling for surgery is trending — about 14 million people a year travel internationally for medical care. Many travel to find a surgeon who will perform cosmetic surgery on a cash basis, returning home quickly. And that’s where things can get complicated. A 2024 report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) found that 93 Americans had died after cosmetic surgery in the Dominican Republic.

• Overcoming Mental Health Hurdles After Stroke

  After a stroke, you might struggle with anxiety and depression in addition to physical challenges. Understanding the mental and emotional hurdles that you may face can help you get the care you need. 

• Saliva Test for Concussions Shows Promise

  If you or your child have ever taken a hard hit to the head, you know how terrifying the aftermath of that moment can be. Could it be a concussion? How do you know for sure? 

• Highlighting Aphasia: A Commonly Misunderstood Communication Disorder

  You know that frustrating feeling when you’re in a conversation and trying to think of a specific word, but can’t? For many of us, the word eventually comes to mind, or we move on, knowing it’s a rare mental lapse. But for those who have aphasia, that frustration comes often and can be long-lasting.

• Can Vitamin D Reduce Breast Cancer Risk?

  It’s commonly known that vitamin D helps maintain strong bones, helps the body absorb calcium and can improve heart health. But a recent study indicates vitamin D—specifically, vitamin D3—can even help reduce the risk of breast cancer.

• 10-Minute Cancer Test Breakthrough Shows Promise for Affordable, Early Detection

  Most people only find out they have cancer after they’ve experienced a number of concerning symptoms. By the time that happens, cancer cells have multiplied and perhaps even entered surrounding tissue. But two new breakthroughs offer the promise of early detection of cancer in the body, which means far earlier treatment and more successful outcomes.

• Kidney Stones Are a Pain, But Minimally Invasive Treatments Can Help

  Kidney stones. Even the name sounds painful, and the idea of a hard, rock-like substance passing through the body isn’t pleasant. Climate and diet put Southerners more at risk of developing kidney stones . Fortunately, kidney stones rarely cause permanent damage when treated by a medical professional, and there are several minimally invasive treatments available to speed up resolution and recovery.

• Stopping Birth Control Linked to Lower Vitamin D Levels

  Birth control is a critical part of family planning for many women and taking contraceptives can lead to less painful periods, fewer migraines and headaches during your cycle and potentially reduce your risk for ovarian cancer.