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You can help prevent foot injuries and problems. Avoid going barefoot. Wearing shoes can help prevent punctures and other injuries to your feet. Wear good athletic shoes. Shoes should have cushioned soles (especially heels) and good arch supports. Physical therapists, orthopedists, podiatrists, and sports medicine...
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In isolated systolic high blood pressure (isolated systolic hypertension, or ISH), systolic blood pressure is elevated, but diastolic blood pressure is normal. This type of high blood pressure is more common in older adults, especially older women.
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When someone you care about is having paranoid thoughts, it can be hard to know what to do. You might want to help but not be sure how to respond. And while every person's needs will be different, these tips can help. Learn about paranoia.
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When a loved one has schizophrenia, some people may worry about the person becoming violent. Schizophrenia alone rarely leads to violence. While threats and outbursts are more common, serious harm is rare. But there are some signs that a person is...
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Social skills training helps you get along better with other people in daily life, at work, and in social situations. These classes also help you develop skills for your personal relationships and can help you learn how to take care of yourself. In...
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Briefly covers symptoms and diagnosis of a broken toe. Discusses treatment options, which include home care and surgery.
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Learn how to prevent getting blisters on your feet.
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Although communicating with your teen can be challenging, it is important to continually make the effort. This is especially important when your child acts out with problem behaviors or seems troubled in some way. When attempting to talk with your teen about problems or concerns, schedule a "date" in a...
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What is marijuana? Marijuana (cannabis) is a drug that's made up of the leaves, flowers, and buds of the cannabis plant. People may use marijuana for medical or recreational reasons. The two most active chemicals in marijuana are THC and CBD. THC can make you feel "high." CBD can help...
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During your adolescent's yearly medical checkup, most doctors: Check your child's height and weight, body mass index, blood pressure, vision, and hearing. Listen to your child's heart and lungs. Also, the doctor will feel the lymph nodes and the thyroid gland in the neck as well as the spleen, liver,...