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Milestones for most 4- to 6-month-old infants include increased alertness and evolving motor skills.

Milestones for most 7- to 9-month-old infants include improved motor and language skills.

Managing blood sugar levels are vital for this condition. Learn about lifestyle changes to lower the risk and treatments for it.

Slimming down is your goal, but which eating plan will help you get there? Find out how to choose a plan that's right for you.

Positive thinking — Harness the power of optimism to help with stress management.

These potentially lifesaving devices are available without a prescription. Should you get one?

This condition isn't always a concern. But sometimes it can cause dizziness and fainting or be life-threatening. Learn when it needs treatment.

Learn about how this pregnancy complication is diagnosed and managed to reduce risks to your baby's health and your own.

Learn how to spot and deal with negative beliefs that some people have about mental health conditions. Don't let stigma stand in the way of getting treatment.

Learn what not to eat when you're pregnant.

Gaining enough weight during pregnancy is crucial for your unborn baby's health. Know how much to gain and how to make smart choices.

Find out how to pack your pregnancy diet with essential nutrients, including folate, iron and vitamin D.

No one can predict the future, but cancer survival rates can give you an idea of your prognosis. Should you pay attention to them?

Find out what clues might mean that your baby's teeth are coming in. Plus, learn safe ways to soothe sore gums.

The news is full of reports about cancer risk, but what does it all mean for you? Find out how to interpret cancer statistics.

Dust, fumes and other substances at work can cause asthma. Find out how to recognize this common type of asthma.

Learn more about this condition in which your skin loses pigment cells, resulting in very light or white patches on parts of the body.

Get the facts on common concerns and questions about taking combination birth control pills.

Limiting some activities during pregnancy sometimes may be useful. But bed rest is rarely advised because there's no evidence that it's helpful.