Stroke

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A stroke happens when the brain does not get enough blood. This kills brain cells. Many adults die from strokes.

Source: FDA.gov

Bone Up on Bone Loss! Exercise to Build Healthy Bones!

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This two-sided page is part of the NICHD Milk Matters campaign, designed to teach parents, children, and health care professionals about the importance of calcium for children and teens. In addition to calcium, bones need weight-bearing activity to make them strong. This fact sheet explains bone-building activities, lists some examples, and describes their benefits for bone health. This item is also available through the We Can! program.

Source:
National Institute of Child Health and Human Development

Prevent diabetes problems: Keep your teeth and gums healthy

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This information is about the tooth and gum problems caused by diabetes. You will learn what you can do each day and during each year to stay healthy and prevent diabetes problems.

Source: National Diabetes Information Clearinghouse

Osteoarthritis of the Knee: A Guide for Adults

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Treatments for osteoarthritis of the knee can help reduce pain. They can also help you stay active. Most people can find a treatment plan that works for them. A combination of treatments often works best.

This guide can help you learn about options. It can help you come up with a treatment plan that works for you. This guide covers ways to help you feel better. It also covers research about treatments that usually don’t help.

Source: Effective Health Care. Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality