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As many as 30% of children have issues with bowel movements due to constipation. Learn what's normal, what's not, what to try and when to seek help.

Are you considering bariatric surgery, but wondering how it works or what you might expect during the process? Check out these frequently asked questions and answers.

A Mayo Clinic expert shares what you need to know about expiration dates for at-home COVID-19 tests. Find out if these tests can detect new COVID-19 variants and what to do if the test is positive.

Eating for two during pregnancy doesn't mean eating twice as much food for nine months. Instead, learn how to eat twice as well to support your baby’s growth and development.

Urinary tract infections are painful and if left untreated can cause serious outcomes. Follow these tips to reduce your chances of getting a UTI.

Tampons and pads typically are the first products women think of to manage menstrual flow. But are you familiar with a menstrual cup and how it works? Learn why the benefits have increased its use.

Matthew Makela is a 3-year-old who tucks in 20 stuffed animals nightly and gives his younger sister a kiss, hug and farewell at day care drop-off. He's also a kid who had his first cardiac surgery at ...

Bringing home a newborn may feel overwhelming at any time, but how do you do manage it during a pandemic? Here's a Q&A to help parents navigate the ever-changing safety concerns.

Roughly half of women experience some degree of pelvic organ prolapse, yet rarely discuss the common issue as they age. Read about the causes, symptoms and treatments available.

Menstrual cycle irregularities are not unusual, although the causes of abnormal bleeding may vary by age. Learn about the three most common bleeding patterns women experience.