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Diabetic diet: Dos, don'ts and meal plans to try
If you have diabetes or are pre-diabetic, your doctor may have talked to you about your diet.
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Plan B and ella® morning after pills: How they work, common side effects and when each expires

There are two types of emergency contraceptive pills.
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How IUDs work, the different types and what to expect during and after insertion

IUDs may be a good choice for women who are seeking out a reliable, low maintenance form of birth control.
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Tennis elbow, ACL tear, sprained ankle and more: 6 common sports injuries and how to treat them
Summer brings warm weather, making it a great time for outdoor activities like running, swimming, golfing and playing team sports. The uptick in outdoor activities also makes summer the perfect storm for sports injuries.
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How to talk to teenagers about suicide: Advice for parents and coaches
The topic of suicide isn't an easy discussion, but a necessary one to help guide and protect the lives and mental health of our teenagers.
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Is the slugging beauty trend beneficial for everyone?
If you keep an eye on internet beauty trends, you may have heard of a skin care routine called slugging.
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HALO® laser skin resurfacing: What to expect during and after treatment
We all want flawless skin, but the truth is many people still struggle with skin imperfections, like large pores, uneven skin tone, hyperpigmentation and signs of aging.
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Powering up a lung cancer patient's immune cells
Lung cancer is by far the most common cause of cancer death. Because more than half of people with lung cancer die within a year of their diagnoses, Nebraska Medicine is committed to early detection and new therapies.
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Patient survives serious stroke due to quick response of co-worker and stroke team
You've probably heard it said before: When it comes to stroke, a quick response is critical.
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Healing and recovering after stroke: 9 common stroke complications and how to deal with them
Strokes are sudden, mostly unpredictable, and dramatic in the impact they have. They not only steal from the person some or many of their normal basic functions and abilities, but dramatically impact their daily lives.
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