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Research shows that couples who seek couples therapy increase their chance of staying together. They also improve communication and satisfaction in their relationship. Read on to learn more.

Drug addiction and alcohol addiction are chronic diseases that can be treated as successfully as many other chronic diseases, including high blood pressure, asthma, and diabetes.

If you struggle with stress, depression, or anxiety, keeping a journal is a great idea. It can help you gain control of your emotions and improve your mental health.

Many people with cancer benefit from taking a break from their condition from time to time. This “vacation” from cancer can come in many forms.

A cancer diagnosis often brings up extreme emotions. Those feelings are often eased as you learn more about your cancer and treatment, and get support from those around you.

A cerclage is a procedure that closes the cervix during a pregnancy. It's done to help prevent miscarriage if it's because of cervical incompetence, cervical insufficiency, or premature birth. Read on to learn more.

A thyroid uptake measures how well the thyroid gland is working. A thyroid scan shows the size, shape, and location of the thyroid gland. It may also help identify a spot (lesion) on the thyroid gland. The tests are often done together to check for problems in the thyroid gland. This sheet tells you what to expect with each test.

Learn about fluorescein angiography, an eye test that lets your healthcare provider examine the back of your eyes.

A HIDA scan is an imaging test. It can be used to check for problems in the liver, gallbladder, and bile ducts.