The complete guide to first trimester pregnancy tests

By now you’re probably aware that pregnancy comes with its fair share of doctor visits. They’re called prenatal care, and they’re essential for monitoring the health of you and your baby. These visits can come with a variety of tests, which will vary from trimester to trimester. Learning more about the tests you may receive […]

Quiz – Blood Clots: true or false?

If you get hurt, your body forms a blood clot to stop bleeding. But blood clots can also form abnormally. They can develop in—or travel to—blood vessels in your brain, heart, lungs, limbs and kidneys and cause serious problems. Are you at risk? Test your knowledge with this quick quiz. True or false: Dehydration, pregnancy […]

Quiz – Eyes and sunglasses: True or false?

Does fashion or function lead the way when you’re shopping for sunglasses? Next time you’re searching for shades, look for a pair that protects your eyes from damaging ultraviolet (UV) rays. This quiz can teach you what to keep an eye out for. True or false: All sunglasses offer equal UV protection. False. The ability […]

Checkups to get when you have diabetes

Diabetes checkups Diabetes can cause complications from head to toe. Find out when to get the tests you need. Regular checkups and tests can help you avoid or delay complications from diabetes.* Select to see how. Eye exam Every year* High blood sugar combined with high blood pressure can cause retinopathy, which can lead to […]

Quiz – Colorectal Cancer: True or false?

Researchers don’t yet know the exact cause of most colorectal cancer. However, a lot is known about how to prevent, treat and screen for this disease. How much do you know about colorectal cancer? True or false: Colorectal cancer is not a very common cancer. False. Every year, about 140,000 people in the U.S. are […]