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Health Library

  • Prostate Cancer: Understanding Your Options

    Prostate Cancer: Understanding Your Options

    Prostate cancer is most often found in men ages 65 and older. This cancer affects the gland located below the bladder and in front of the rectum. It also wraps around part of the urethra. This is why symptoms can include a frequent need to urinate and a weak stream of urine.

  • Work Out at Work with Under-Desk Exercise Options

    Work Out at Work with Under-Desk Exercise Options

    Even when you’re trying your best to fit physical activity into your day, a busy work schedule can make it hard. But it’s an important goal because sitting for hours at a time increases your risk for conditions like diabetes, high blood pressure, and cardiovascular disease.

  • Take Care of Your Kidneys When You Have Other Chronic Conditions

    Take Care of Your Kidneys When You Have Other Chronic Conditions

    Many people with chronic kidney disease (CKD) also have other long-term health concerns. Diabetes and high blood pressure are especially common. If you have one (or both) of these conditions, as well as CKD, here’s good news: You can take steps to protect your kidneys and manage your overall health.

Wellness Center

Urinary Incontinence

Urinary incontinence (UI) is the loss of urine control. You may not be able to hold your urine until you can reach a restroom. It may be a short-term problem caused by another health issue. Or it may be a long-term problem that you’ll have to manage.

Quizzes

Alzheimer Disease Quiz

Find out more about this degenerative disease of the brain by taking this quiz.

Multimedia

Step-by-Step: Caring for Your Newborn's Umbilical Cord

This video shows how to take care of your newborn's umbilical cord until it falls off.

Symptom Checker