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An upper endoscopy is a test that shows the inside of the upper gastrointestinal (GI) tract. This includes the esophagus, stomach, and the first part of the small intestine (duodenum). The healthcare provider can do a biopsy, check for problems, or remove objects. The test normally takes about 15 to 20 minutes.

Tuberculosis (TB) is a serious disease caused by germs (bacteria) that can spread from person to person through the air. Here is information about TB, how it's treated, and ways to help prevent its spread.

Hand, foot, and mouth disease causes mouth sores and a rash on the hands, feet, or buttocks.

There's a link between excess weight and developing some types of cancer. But you can take control to reduce your cancer risk and live a healthier, happier life. Read on to learn more.

There are many resources for people with cancer. When you know where to go for help, you can focus on healing and feeling better.

It's not always easy to tell a newborn's age by their size. Premature babies are usually small, but full-term and past-term babies can be small, too. That's when doctors will do a gestational assessment to determine if a newborn needs special treatment.

Newborns need just some basic items at first. These include a warm and safe place to sleep, food, clothing, and diapers. Here's a helpful guide to the essentials.

It can be hard to know just what to do or how to help when someone you care about is grieving. Here are some helpful ideas.

Art, dance, music—all are examples of mind-body therapy. Although these therapies do not cure cancer, they provide an outlet for emotions and can improve mental and physical well-being.