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Many of us have heard of "anemia". What is it? http://ow.ly/uFG930a9BE6

Anemia Anemia is a blood disorder that is defined as having fewer red blood cells than normal, or having less hemoglobin than normal. Hemoglobin is the...

For all of you pregnant parents out there today! Here is a little insight into labor and delivery: http://ow.ly/zv6530a9BkR

Labor & Delivery You are in labor when the muscles of your uterus contract so that your baby can be born. During labor, the uterine muscles tighten and the opening...

Do you have reflux that occurs more than twice a week? If so, you may have GERD. http://ow.ly/pQM9309RLFb

Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a common occurrence when a ring-like muscle located at the bottom of the esophagus (the tube that carries...

You can test for meningitis by performing a Lumbar Puncture test. Learn more here: http://ow.ly/fffe309MWj7

Lumbar Puncture There are different ways to get a sample of spinal fluid. Lumbar puncture, commonly called a spinal tap, is the most common method of collecting...

Are there any risks involved in a Pap Smear/Pap Test? Find out here! http://ow.ly/29Ht309MVML

Pap Smear / Pap Test A Pap smear is an examination under the microscope of cells scraped from the cervix. The Pap smear is done as part of a gynecological exam. You...

Diverticulosis is related to the colon. Watch how fiber plays a key role! http://ow.ly/vrPy309FVhQ

Diverticulitis, Diverticulosis Diverticulosis occurs when small pouches, called diverticula, bulge outward through weak spots in the colon (large intestine). The pouches form...