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Understanding Binge Eating Disorders
Research shows between 2 percent to nearly 4 percent of adults have binge eating disorders.
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Understanding the Causes of Obesity
Nearly 79 million Americans — or about one-third of the country — is obese. In the medical community, we define obesity as having a Body Mass Index (BMI) of 30 or higher. An example of this would be someone who is 5’9” weighing at least 203 pounds.
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New Blood Test Could Make Cancer Detection Easier
Today, the primary way we diagnose cancer is through tissue sampling. Testing the cells’ proteins, DNA and RNA also can detect cancer in some patients.
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Understanding Jaundice: Why Does My Baby Look Yellow?
Your baby’s skin color might be yellow in the days right after birth — and that’s usually normal. But you need to know when it might be more serious.
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How Much Weight Should I Lose To Protect My Heart?
Too often, people wait for a health scare before getting serious about shedding pounds.
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Signs You Might Have a Breast Infection
Your breast is suddenly hard or itchy, swollen or leathery. What’s going on? You might have a breast infection.
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Burns Injuries: Treat at Home or Go to ER?
Chances are, you’ve suffered a burn at some point -- from a stove, firework, hot liquid or campfire accident. Burns are the fourth-most common household injury, behind falls, cuts and poisoning.
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I Have a Heart Condition. How Do I Exercise Safely?
If you’ve recently suffered a heart attack or other cardiac scare, it’s natural to be anxious about the idea of exercising. The last thing you want is to cause further damage to your body’s engine.
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What New Moms Need To Know About Having Sex After Baby
You might feel awkward talking with your OB-GYN about sex after childbirth, but it’s normal to have questions. For starters, when is it safe to have intercourse again? And should you worry about pain during sex?
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Should You Get an IUD? Benefits, Risks Explained
Based on myths or problems with IUDs many years ago, your mother or grandmother may warn you against choosing this method of birth control.
