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Fetal macrosomia

When a fetus grows to be much larger than average, it can lead to health…

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Fetal presentation before birth

Learn about the different positions a baby might be in within the uterus before birth…

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Fetal surgery

Fetal surgery is a procedure done on an unborn baby, also known as a fetus,…

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Fetal ultrasound

Look at ultrasound images and learn how to understand what you're seeing.

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Fieber

Medications can lower a fever, but sometimes it's better left untreated. Fever may play a…

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Fever: First aid

What first-aid steps to take if you or someone else has a fever.

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Fever treatment: Quick guide to treating a fever

Should you treat a fever or let it run its course? Here's help knowing what…

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Fiber supplements: Safe to take every day?

Fiber supplements are one way to add fiber to the diet. Here are some tips…

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Fibroadenoma

Learn about this common breast lump. It is not cancer. Unless you have symptoms that…

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Fibrocystic breasts

Learn about this condition that's common in women, including symptoms, possible causes and testing to…

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Fibromuscular dysplasia

Learn more about this condition that can narrow different arteries, including ones that supply blood…

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Fibromyalgie

This condition affects the way the brain processes pain signals. It can cause widespread pain,…

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Fight coronavirus (COVID-19) transmission at home

Fight coronavirus at home by cleaning and disinfecting surfaces that are touched often. Most disinfectants…

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Fingernails: Do's and don'ts for healthy nails

Find out the signs of a problem with your fingernails, plus tips for taking care…

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First-aid kits: Stock supplies that can save lives

First-aid kits — How to assemble first-aid kits for your home and car.

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Fish oil

Understand how fish oil might improve heart health and the possible risks of taking too…

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Fitness program: 5 steps to get started

Starting a fitness program is easier than you might think. Follow these five steps.

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Fitness training: Elements of a well-rounded routine

Is your fitness training program complete? Here's help to make sure you have all the…

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Fitness training: Elements of a well-rounded routine

Is your fitness training program complete? Here's help to make sure you have all the…

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Flatfeet

A common and usually painless condition, flatfeet occurs when the arches of the feet flatten…

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Flaxseed and flaxseed oil

Find out how flaxseed may affect cholesterol, blood sugar and blood pressure.

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Flaxseed: Is ground better than whole?

Nutrition experts recommend ground flaxseed over whole flaxseed. Find out why.

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Flexible sigmoidoscopy

Learn about this alternative to colonoscopy to screen for and detect polyps or cancer in…

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Floor of the mouth cancer

Learn about the symptoms of this type of cancer that forms under the tongue. Floor…

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Flu mask: Should I wear one?

Influenza masks and hand hygiene might help protect healthcare workers from flu (influenza).

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Flu shot in pregnancy: Is it safe?

Will you be pregnant during flu season? A flu shot is safe. And it protects…

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Flu shot: Will it prevent the stomach flu?

The flu shot protects against influenza, which is different from the stomach flu, also called…

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Flu shot: Your best bet for avoiding influenza

Get answers to your flu vaccine questions, including whether the vaccines are effective, what forms…

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Flu shots: Especially important if you have heart disease

A yearly flu vaccine is recommended for anyone with heart disease. Find out why.

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Flu shots for kids: Does my child need a flu shot?

Know the latest recommendations for children's flu vaccines.

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