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“Base Tans” and Steroid Withdrawals: 5 Skin Care Myths Debunked

Social media can be a helpful starting point for skin care, but it's not a doctor. An MU Health Care expert debunks five viral skin care myths. ...

Ready to Get Your Summer Sweat On? 5 Tips for Exercising in Heat

Summer workouts are great, if you know how to safely exercise in heat. Learn how to adapt your exercise when it’s hot and recognize the signs of overheating. ...

Don't Assume "Mini" Means "Minor" — 5 Things to Know About Mini-Stroke

The symptoms of a mini-stroke may be short-lived, but they can increase your lifelong risk of having a full-blown stroke. ...

Does Abnormal Mean Cancer? Everything to Know About Pap Smears

A Pap smear is routine cervical cancer screening. But every woman should know what it is, when to get one and how it's linked to HPV testing. ...

Worried About Your Child's Vision? Here’s What to Watch For

Treating common vision problems in children can help ensure they develop better long-term eyesight. Learn how to spot the signs of poor eyesight in children. ...

Beyond Over-the-Counter Antihistamines — 5 Things to Know About Seasonal Allergy Treatment

Having the facts about seasonal allergy treatments, including over the counter medicines and immunotherapy, can help you find relief. ...

Supplementing Safely: 6 Things to Check Before Taking Dietary Supplements

Taking dietary supplements can help with vitamin and mineral deficiencies. But it can also put you at risk for drug interactions and vitamin overdose. ...

Mind the Gap — 5 Things to Know About Diastasis Recti

Physical therapy can help with preventing, screening and treating diastasis recti — abdominal muscle separation during pregnancy. ...

Having Trouble Choosing Birth Control? Ask Yourself These 6 Questions

Choosing birth control can be overwhelming. Narrow it down by considering your health, lifestyle, family plans and preference for hormonal methods. ...

Feeling the Effects of "The Change"? Your Guide to HRT and Menopause

Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) can reduce health risks associated with low estrogen after menopause. Learn about your HRT options for menopause. ...