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CA 15-3 is a blood test used to monitor certain types of cancer, including breast cancer. You may need this test to monitor your body's response to treatment for breast cancer.

This test looks for antibodies to 3 diseases: measles, mumps, and rubella.

This test finds out if you have been exposed to the virus that causes measles, an extremely contagious disease.

More than 22 million Americans are involved in some form of helping elderly family members or friends with their daily routines. If you're part of this group, whether you call yourself a caregiver, or simply a good daughter or son, you know that caring for an aging parent or friend has its rewards and its trials.

A helpful guide to understanding the effects of alcohol, the signs of problem drinking, and how to drink safely.

Alternative therapy is a nonconventional approach to healing. It may be used instead of standard treatment or in combination with standard medicine. Read on to learn more.

A detailed look at how to follow a peanut-free diet for your child, including how to read food labels.

Holter monitoring is a way to continuously check the electrical activity of the heart. Your child will wear a small device called a Holter monitor for at least 24 to 48 hours. The device constantly checks your child's heart during this time.

The MMR vaccine is given in 2 doses--at 12 to 15 months and at 4 to 6 years, or at least 1 month after the first dose.