Search Results

6351 results found
Health topics
… Introducing Solid Foods to Your Baby On this page: Overview Overview When to start giving your baby solid foods Breast milk or iron-fortified formula … milk or formula. footnote 1 , footnote 2 Knowing that your baby is ready to eat solid foods Your baby may be ready …
Health topics
… Heartburn: Changing Your Eating Habits On this page: Overview Related … of GERD may make heartburn less likely to occur. Take your spouse or partner along with you when you go to your doctor to discuss diet habits. It will be easier to …
Health topics
… Smart Decisions: Know Your Options On this page: Decisions About … decision. Decision Points combine medical information with your personal values to help you make a wise health … Points about treatments and other issues . Throughout your life you have to make health decisions for yourself and …
Health topics
… Heart Failure: Checking Your Weight On this page: Overview Overview When you have heart failure, it's important to watch for changes in your weight. A sudden weight gain can mean that more fluid is building up and your heart failure is getting worse. Weigh yourself at the …
Health topics
… Skin Cancer: Protecting Your Skin Actionset Overview Excessive exposure to the sun … ultraviolet (UV) rays can cause skin cancer. You can reduce your risk for skin cancer by: Protecting your skin, and that of your family members, from UV …
Health topics
… Register your pregnancy for prenatal care Last updated April 15, 2015 … support during and after pregnancy by registering with your local health authority. Community support and prenatal … Receiving these services is as simple as connecting with your health authority and completing a confidential …
Health topics
… Treating a Bad Taste in Your Mouth On this page: Overview … simple home treatment measures to improve the taste in your mouth. Gargle with water. Using toothpaste, brush your teeth, tongue, roof of your mouth, and gums at least …
Health topics
… Eye Problems: Changes in Your Pupils On this page: Overview … react differently to light or to be different sizes. Call your doctor for an evaluation if you have a change in the size or shape of your pupil after an injury to your eye. …
Health topics
… Multiple Sclerosis: Modifying Your Home On this page: Overview … easily because of MS, it may help to make some changes in your home. Here are some things you can do. Change the … therapist can help you make these and other changes to your home, including helping you to find ways to make …
Health topics
Your health when planning to become pregnant Last updated … Overview Planning a pregnancy can be exciting and, if it’s your first, a little bit scary. On this page, you can find … pregnancy: Preparing for a healthy pregnancy Physical activity Being active every day is incredibly beneficial for …