Twins and Premature Birth
To lower the chance of early births, women who are pregnant with twins typically see their doctors more often.
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Your Complete Guide to Being Well and Staying Healthy
Digestive Disorders Zone
With this guide to managing digestive disorders, you’ll learn about the symptoms of and treatment for various diseases and conditions, pain management and prevention of conditions like food poisoning.
Exercise and Fitness Zone
You may wonder what all the fuss is about exercise. Simply put, inactivity
is hazardous to your health. Physical activity can help you prevent chronic
disease, manage your weight, and stay mentally fit. The best news is that
it's never too late to adopt a more active lifestyle.
Respiratory Zone
Are you all too familiar with the coughing and wheezing that remind you that you have asthma? Asthma can be a serious problem, but it doesn’t have to stop you in your tracks. With the help of your health care team, you can keep your asthma under control.
Today's Health News
Health Highlights: Nov. 22, 2009
Health Care Reform Bill Moves to Senate Floor for Debate
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University of Nebraska May Restrict Stem Cell Research
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Flu Worries Shouldn't Affect Travel Plans: CDC
Health Tip of the Day
How to Be a Better Parent
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Be playful with your child. It has a positive and long-term affect.
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Communicate. Verbalize how much you love your kids.
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Spend time with your child.
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Be reliable. If you say you're going to be there for a musical concert, be there so kids don't learn to be unreliable.
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Accept responsibility. Ensure that your kids are well-clothed, well-housed, well-fed and grow up with good character.
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Be open emotionally.