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How is cancer treated in children? The group of healthcare providers who work together to find, treat, and care for children with cancer is called the cancer care team. The…

What are possible labor complications? Serious complications are rare during labor. But some problems can happen during this time. Some of the more common ones are listed below. Fetal meconium When…

What is an ear tube insertion for children? Eardrums are thin pieces of tissue deep in your child’s ears. The space behind the eardrum is called the middle ear. It…

What is blind loop syndrome? Your digestive system breaks down the food you eat. Then your body can use it for fuel. Food you eat moves from your stomach into…

Gay and bisexual men are at higher risk for certain kinds of cancer. The cancers you should know about are covered here. There are things you can do to help…

Eating regular, nutritious meals can be a challenge for people with dementia. They may forget to eat or get distracted during meals. Or they may have trouble chewing and swallowing.…

What is an intestinal blockage? If you have an intestinal blockage, food and stool may not be able to move freely. It is also called an intestinal obstruction. When your…

Your cancer treatment team may include many types of healthcare providers, such as: Case managers or navigators. These may be social workers or nurses. They help coordinate care…

The birth of a baby is one of life’s most wondrous moments. Few experiences can compare with this event. Newborn babies have amazing abilities. But they depend on others for…

Ears and air travel When many people travel by air, their ears may not pop as the altitude changes. This is 1 of the most common health complaints of airplane passengers.…