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It’s Saturday afternoon and you have a nagging sore throat or painful sprained ankle. Your regular doctor won’t be back in the office until Monday—and even then, you might have to wait days for an appointment. What are some other places to find health care, where and when you need it?

True or false: Brushing your teeth with an up-and-down or side-to-side motion cleans your teeth most effectively.

Bursitis is an inflammation of a closed sac of fluid located near the joints called a bursa. When the bursa becomes inflamed, it causes joint pain and swelling. Learn about the causes and treatment of bursitis, as well as what you can do to help prevent its recurrence.