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West Nile Virus Transmission Cycle

Medical Condition

Illustration copyright 2005. Adapted from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Available online: http://www.cdc.gov Mosquitoes become infected with West Nile virus when they bite infected birds. And then they may transmit the virus to humans and animals when they bite to take blood.

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What Increases Your Risk of Becoming a Victim of Domestic Abuse or Violence?

Medical Condition

Anyone can become a victim of domestic violence. Certain factors can increase your risk of being abused. Abusive situations you cannot control Your risk for abuse increases if your partner: Uses alcohol or drugs. Had a job loss or job change or had a change in the level of income. Has a history of extreme...

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What Is A1c?

Medical Condition

A1c is a test that shows the average level of blood sugar over the past 2 to 3 months. People who have diabetes usually have this test to see whether their blood sugar levels have been staying within a target range. This test is also used to diagnose diabetes. This test may not be appropriate...

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What Is a Stroke?

Medical Condition

Learn what a stroke is and what problems it can cause.

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What Is a TIA?

Medical Condition

Learn about transient ischemic attacks (TIAs) and what the risks are when you have one.

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What to Do About Missed or Skipped Birth Control Pills

Medical Condition

Birth control methods have high rates of effectiveness if they are used consistently. Follow your health professional's instructions on what to do if you miss or skip your birth control pills. Some general guidelines are listed here. Combination (estrogen plus progestin) birth control pills Always read the pill label...

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Wheezing

Medical Condition

Wheezing is a whistling noise of varying pitch and loudness that occurs when the small airways of the lungs become narrower because of inflammation or a buildup of mucus and dead cells in the airway. As these small air passages become narrower, wheezing may be heard when the person breathes out. As the passages continue...

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Whiplash

Medical Condition

What is whiplash? Whiplash is pain and stiffness in the neck after an injury that has caused the neck to move suddenly or beyond its normal range. It occurs when the head is suddenly forced backward or forward and is then snapped in the other direction. This kind of motion most often happens to people...

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White Blood Cell (Leukocyte)

Medical Condition

White blood cells are made in the bone marrow and protect the body against infection. If an infection develops, white blood cells attack and destroy the bacteria, virus, or other organism causing it. White blood cells are bigger than red blood cells and normally are fewer in number. When a person has a bacterial...

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Whiteheads and Blackheads

Medical Condition

Whiteheads are white bumps on the skin that are collections of oil and skin cells inside pores. Blackheads are pinhead-sized dark spots on the skin that are caused by small plugs in pores. Whiteheads and blackheads, both of which are symptoms of the skin condition acne, commonly appear on the face and shoulders, but...

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Why Children Don't Need Antibiotics for Colds or Flu

Medical Condition

Learn why antibiotics shouldn't be prescribed to children who have a cold or flu.

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Why Get Your Child Immunized?

Medical Condition

Learn how immunizations protect your child, your family, and your community.

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Why Get Your Older Child or Teen Immunized?

Medical Condition

Learn how immunizations protect your child, your family, and your community.

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William H. Blahd, Jr., MD, FACEP - Emergency Medicine

Medical Condition

Dr. William Blahd reviews medical content for Healthwise, a nonprofit organization with a mission to help people make better health decisions. Dr. Blahd is an Emergency Physician at the New York VA Hospital in New York, New York.

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William M. Gilbert, MD - Maternal-Fetal Medicine

Medical Condition

Dr. William M. Gilbert reviews medical content for Healthwise, a nonprofit organization with a mission to help people make better health decisions. Dr. Gilbert is an obstetrician and gynecologist with additional training and certification in maternal-fetal medicine. He is the Regional Medical Director of Women's...

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Wilson's Disease

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Wilson's disease is a rare inherited disorder that causes a buildup of copper in the liver and other organs of the body, most often the brain, kidneys, and eyes. It most often occurs in teenagers and young adults. Wilson's disease can be treated with a diet low in copper and by taking medicine that removes...

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Wisdom Teeth

Medical Condition

Wisdom teeth are the upper and lower third molars, located at the very back of the mouth. They usually come in (erupt) when a person is between 17 and 21 years old. They can cause problems if there is not enough room for them to grow in normally or be cleaned properly. Wisdom teeth are...

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Wisdom Tooth Extraction

Medical Condition

An oral and maxillofacial surgeon or your dentist can remove (extract) a wisdom tooth. The procedure often can be done in the dentist's or surgeon's office. You may have the surgery in the hospital, especially if you are having all your wisdom teeth pulled at one time or if you are at high risk for...

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Wolff-Parkinson-White Syndrome

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Wolff-Parkinson-White (WPW) syndrome is a heart rhythm problem that causes a very fast heart rate. WPW is one type of supraventricular tachycardia called atrioventricular reciprocating tachycardia (AVRT). With WPW, an extra electrical pathway links the upper chambers (atria) and lower chambers (ventricles) of the heart...

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Work Closely With Your Doctor

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Looks at forming a partnership with your doctor to manage your care. Suggests taking an active role by asking questions about treatment choices and costs, learning on your own, and prepping for office visits. Offers questions to ask when choosing a doctor.

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Worried About Using Opioids?

Medical Condition

In the past, opioids were used only for short periods for short-term pain or for cancer pain. Many experts now also use them for longer periods to treat chronic pain. You can take these drugs, which are sometimes called narcotics or opiates, to reduce pain and increase your functioning. Examples include fentanyl...

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Wrist Splint

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A wrist splint can be worn to support the wrist while holding it firm and still (immobilize it). A good wrist splint should: Be comfortable, washable, durable, and easy to remove. Keep the wrist in a neutral position. The wrist is generally in a neutral position when you are holding a glass of water, with...

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Wrist Splint for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

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A wrist splint is a brace that looks like a fingerless glove. It stabilizes your wrist in a straight and sometimes slightly bent-back position. Wearing a wrist splint minimizes pressure on the median nerve and allows you a period of "relative rest" from movements that make carpal tunnel syndrome worse. Think about these...

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X-Ray of Osteoarthritis of the Knee

Medical Condition

Courtesy of Intermountain Medical Imaging, Boise, Idaho. Figure 1 is an X-ray of a normal knee with normal space between the bones of the upper and lower leg. Figure 2 shows bone spurs and a narrowed joint space caused by osteoarthritis.

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X-Ray of a Normal Chest

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Courtesy of Intermountain Medical Imaging, Boise, Idaho. This is a picture of a normal chest X-ray of a woman showing the air-filled spaces of the lungs and the more solid gray shape of the heart. The lungs and heart are normal in size and shape.

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Yoga: extended puppy pose

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Extended puppy pose: Step 1 Caution : If you have knee problems or if you feel any pain when you do these poses, stop. Talk to a yoga instructor about how to modify the pose. Or ask him or her to teach you a different pose that doesn't cause pain. Start out on a mat...

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Your Child and the Dentist

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A visit to the dentist can be a scary thing for children. The odors, the tools, the sounds, and the big person with the mask can all upset a child. When choosing a dentist for your child and preparing him or her for a visit, think about the following to make the visit as pleasant...

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Your Medicare Yearly Wellness Visit

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What is a Medicare yearly wellness visit? The Medicare yearly wellness visit is your time to talk and plan with your doctor about your health. It's about preventing health problems and disability. And it's about making sure you get the medical care you need. Together, you and your doctor create a health care strategy...

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Your Toddler: Nutritious Meals for Picky Eaters

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Toddlers are notoriously picky eaters. They may only eat a few foods, then abruptly refuse them. Toddlers also have rapidly changing appetites. Although toddlers grow steadily throughout their second year, their growth rates are less dramatic than during the first year, which often is reflected in how much they eat...

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Zika Virus

Medical Condition

What is Zika virus? Zika virus is a type of virus that is spread by mosquitoes. The mosquitoes that carry Zika are most active during the day but can bite at night. You're more likely to get the virus if you travel to parts of the world where it's more common. This includes parts of...

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Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome

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Zollinger-Ellison syndrome is a rare condition in which a tumor called a gastrinoma forms in the pancreas or small intestine. The tumor releases a hormone called gastrin that causes production of excess stomach acid. Almost all people who have Zollinger-Ellison syndrome get an ulcer at some point, usually in the small...

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