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  • Diabetes (Type 1 and Type 2) Diabetes mellitus is a chronic condition characterized by high levels of sugar (glucose) in the blood. The two types of diabetes...learn more »
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    Diabetes (Type 1 and Type 2) Article
    • Diabetes facts
    • What is diabetes?
    • What is the impact of diabetes?
    • What causes diabetes?
    • What are the different types of diabetes?
    • What are diabetes symptoms?
    • How is diabetes diagnosed?
    • Why is blood sugar checked at home?
    • What are the acute complications of diabetes?
    • What are the chronic complications of diabetes?
    • What can be done to slow diabetes complications?
    • What are the treatments for diabetes?
  • Arthritis Arthritis is inflammation of one or more joints. When joints are inflamed they can develop stiffness, warmth, swelling, redness...learn more »
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    Arthritis Article
    • What is arthritis? What causes arthritis?
    • What are arthritis symptoms and signs?
    • Who is affected by arthritis?
    • How is arthritis diagnosed, and why is a diagnosis important?
    • What is the treatment for arthritis?
    • What is the national financial impact of arthritis?
    • What is a rheumatologist?
    • What is the Arthritis Foundation?
    • Arthritis At A Glance
  • Toothache Toothache usually refers to pain around the teeth or jaws. In most instances, toothaches are caused by tooth or jaw problems,...learn more »
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    Toothache Article
    • What is a toothache?
    • What are dental causes of toothaches?
    • Toothache At A Glance
  • Heart Disease Heart disease (coronary artery disease) is caused by a buildup of cholesterol deposits in the coronary arteries. Risk factors for...learn more »
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    Heart Disease Article
    • Heart disease facts
    • Introduction to heart disease
    • What are the risk factors for heart disease?
    • What are the symptoms of heart disease?
    • How is heart disease diagnosed?
    • Electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG)
    • Stress testing
    • Echocardiography
    • Perfusion studies
    • Computerized tomography
    • Heart catheterization or coronary angiography
    • What is the treatment for heart disease?
    • Prevention of heart disease
    • Modifying risk factors for heart disease
    • Medications for heart disease
    • Angioplasty and stents for heart disease
    • Surgery for heart disease
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  • Gum Disease Gum disease is caused by plaque and may result in tooth loss without proper treatment. Symptoms and signs of gum disease...learn more »
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    Gum Disease Article
    • Gingivitis introduction
    • What's the difference between gingivitis and periodontitis?
    • What causes periodontal disease?
    • What are the symptoms and signs of periodontal disease?
    • How does my dentist diagnose periodontal disease?
    • How is periodontal disease treated?
    • How can gingivitis be prevented?
    • Is periodontal disease linked to other health problems?
  • Gum Problems Gum problems may be caused by improper brushing and flossing, gum disease, canker sores, treatments and hormonal changes....learn more »
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    Gum Problems Article
    • Improper brushing technique
    • Improper flossing technique
    • Gum disease
    • Canker sores
    • Chemotherapy
    • Tobacco products
    • Hormonal changes
    • 7 tips to prevent sore, swollen, and bleeding gums
  • Children's Health Children's health is focused on the well-being of children from conception through adolescence. There are many aspects of...learn more »
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    Children's Health Article
    • Introduction
    • Children's growth and development
    • Children's illnesses
    • Children's injuries
    • Children's behavior
    • Children's mental illness
    • Family health and children
    • Community health and children
    • Health care for children