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Pain or Clot? 4 Things Everyone Should Know About Blood Clots in the Leg

A blood clot in your leg is a lot less threatening if you know your clot risk, live a healthy lifestyle, recognize the symptoms and get help quickly. ...

7 Things I'd Never Do — Advice From an Infectious Disease Doctor

You can help protect yourself against infectious disease with vaccination, handwashing and knowing when not to eat leftover food. ...

Making a (Safe) Comeback: 6 Tips for Returning to Exercise After a Major Health Event

Returning to exercise after a major medical event can be challenging. Learn how setting goals and expectations can help. ...

6 Ways to Get the Most Out of Your Child's Sports Physical

A sports physical helps ensure your child is healthy enough to play their chosen sport. Learn what you can do as a parent to get the most accurate assessment. ...

Vax Facts — 4 Common Misconceptions About the HPV Vaccine

Getting the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine provides protection from HPV-related cancers for you and your loved ones. ...

Stone Cold Facts — 6 Surprising Truths About Kidney Stones

Kidney stones are becoming more common. Understand your risk for kidney stones and what to expect if you develop one. ...

“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. ...