• Air Pollution
    Detailed information on air pollution and air pollution prevention
  • Allergens: Pollen
    Pollen is the most common cause of hay fever. Read on for more information--and helpful tips for reducing the effects of hay fever during pollen season.
  • Asthma and Pregnancy
    With correct asthma management and good prenatal care, most women with asthma can have healthy pregnancies.
  • Chemical Peel
    Detailed information on chemical peels, including potential complications and what substances are used for chemical peels.
  • Choosing a Home Health Provider
    Finding appropriate home health and hospice care providers needs some research. Here's what you need to consider when evaluating a provider.
  • Chronic Pain
    Chronic pain is pain that lasts for more than three months. Learn more about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments.
  • Diabetes and Periodontal (Gum) Disease
    Poorly controlled diabetes can lead to gum disease, which is an infection of the gums and bone that hold the teeth in place.
  • Dysmenorrhea
    Painful periods cause severe cramps and pain during a woman's period. It can start with your first period, or begin later in life. It can be related to an underlying condition, such as endometriosis.
  • Exercise During Pregnancy
    If you exercised before pregnancy, you can safely continue exercising. If you were inactive or you have medical complications, talk with your healthcare provider before beginning to exercise.
  • Fish and Shellfish Poisoning
    At certain times of the year, some species of fish and shellfish contain toxins, even if well-cooked. The most common type of fish poisoning in travelers is ciguatera fish poisoning.
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