Prevention & Screenings

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10 Things You Must Know to Enjoy the Sun Safely

You don't have to avoid the sun entirely, but you must learn how to use sunscreen correctly and follow safe sun practices to avoid skin cancer and prematurely aged skin.

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How Are Vaccines Made?

Watch as Emily meets her partner’s family on Thanksgiving and explains how vaccines are made

Vaccines Health Guide

Vaccines Guide

Learn about safe and effective ways of protecting yourself against harmful diseases

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Haciendo que el acceso a la atención para el cáncer de mama sea más fácil

Centros satelitales de atención mamaria, mamografías móviles y biopsias con resultados para el mismo día están haciendo que las mujeres puedan obtener atención mamaria más fácilmente

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A Guide to Medical Imaging for Women

Understanding the different types of medical imaging can help you know what to expect

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Making It Easier to Access Breast Care

Satellite breast centers, mobile mammography and same-day biopsies are making it easier for women to get breast care

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Melanoma 101

Rates of melanoma — the most deadly form of skin cancer — have been on the rise for women. Learn the signs of this serious skin cancer.

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Melanoma 101

Los índices de melanoma, la forma más mortal de cáncer de piel, están aumentando para las mujeres. Obtén información sobre las señales de este grave cáncer de piel.

Common Diseases and Their Vaccines

Common Diseases and Their Vaccines

Many formerly common diseases are now under control, thanks to vaccines. Here’s a look at some of these diseases — and the vaccines that prevent them.

Preparing for the Next Pandemic

Preparing for the Next Pandemic

Even as we work to end the Covid-19 pandemic, we must also prepare for the next one

Meg se hace una colonoscopia

Meg se hace una colonoscopia

Las examinaciones colorrectales salvan vidas

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Comic: Meg Gets a Colonoscopy

Colorectal screening saves lives

Do Genetic Predispositions Affect Your Health?

How Do Genes Affect Your Health?

What learning more about your genetics and family history can teach you

Colleen Monfross

You Can’t Choose Your Genes

But if you learn what your genetic code is saying, you can choose your response

A Conversation About HPV & Cervical Cancer Screening

A Conversation About HPV & Cervical Cancer Screening

Learn how to ask for information about HPV vaccines and cervical cancer screening in Liliana's Story: A Fotonovela

Understanding the Different Types of Covid-19 Vaccines

Understanding the Different Types of Covid-19 Vaccines

Did you know there are three types of Covid-19 vaccines? Understanding your options can help you choose what’s best for you.

Clinically Speaking: Q&A About Pneumococcal Disease

Clinically Speaking: Questions & Answers About Pneumococcal Disease

Find out about the different infections pneumococcal disease can cause and how you can reduce your chances of getting it

Cronograma de vacunas contra la Covid-19 para adultos

Cronograma de vacunas contra la Covid-19 para adultos

¿Estás al día en lo que se refiere a las vacunas para la Covid-19 y sus refuerzos? Aquí encontrarás lo que debes saber.

Wondering if the Covid-19 Vaccine Is Safe for Your Child?

Wondering if the Covid-19 Vaccine Is Safe for Your Child?

Vaccinated children have fewer and less severe Covid-19 complications

¿Tienes dudas sobre la seguridad de la vacuna contra la Covid-19 para tu hijo?

¿Tienes dudas sobre la seguridad de la vacuna contra la Covid-19 para tu hijo?

Los niños vacunados tienen menos complicaciones, y de menor gravedad, de la Covid-19

6 Self-Care Resolutions for the New Year

6 Self-Care Resolutions for the New Year

Pedicures, massages and bubble baths are great — but don’t forget to take these 6 steps to true self-care

A List of 10 Common Medical Specialties

What Do Doctors Do? A List of 10 Common Medical Specialties

Medical specialists are experts in certain areas. Find out what conditions common medical specialities treat.

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Healthy Habits for the Holidays

Our best tips for healthy habits during the holidays. Learn how to avoid illness, eat healthy and stay fit this season.