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BATop of page
  1. Babies' Sleep Position and Sudden Infant Death Syndrome
  2. Baby Blues
  3. Baby's Daily Needs: What to Expect
  4. Back and Neck Pain
  5. Back Pain During Pregnancy
  6. Back Pain in Children and Teenagers
  7. Back Pain, History and Physical Examination for - Medical Test
  8. Back Pain, IDET (Intradiscal Electrothermic Therapy) for
  9. Back Problems and Injuries
  10. Back Problems: Proper Lifting
  11. Back School for Low Back Pain
  12. Back Surgeries for Tumours and Infections
  13. Back to Work?
  14. Back X-Ray - Medical Test
  15. Bacterial Infections of the Spine
  16. Bacterial Vaginosis
  17. Bacterial Vaginosis Tests - Medical Test
  18. Bad or Changed Breath
  19. Baker's Cyst
  20. Balance Improvement: Quick Tips
  21. Baldness Treatment, Deciding About
  22. Baldness, Hair Transplant for
  23. Balloon Valvotomy for Mitral Valve Stenosis
  24. Balloon Valvuloplasty for Aortic Valve Stenosis
  25. Banking Blood Before Surgery, Deciding About
  26. Barium Enema - Medical Test
  27. Barking Coughs in Children
  28. Barrier Methods of Birth Control
  29. Barriers to Psychological Care
  30. Bartholin Gland Cyst
  31. Basal Body Temperature (BBT) Charting
  32. Basal Cell Carcinoma
  33. Basal Cell Skin Cancer: Should I Have Surgery or Use Medicated Cream?
  34. Basic Dental Care
BETop of page
  1. Bed Bugs: At The Workplace
  2. Bed Bugs: Common Questions
  3. Bed Bugs: For Travellers
  4. Bed Bugs: Inspection
  5. Bed Bugs: Prevent Infestations
  6. Bed Bugs: Prevent Spread
  7. Bed Bugs: Treatment
  8. Bed Sores
  9. Bedbugs
  10. Bedrest for Preterm Labour
  11. Bedrest in Pregnancy
  12. Bedwetting
  13. Bedwetting: Should I Do Something About My Child's Bedwetting?
  14. Bedwetting: Should My Child See a Doctor?
  15. Behaviour Rating Scales for ADHD
  16. Behaviour Therapy for ADHD
  17. Behavioural Methods for Urinary Incontinence
  18. Being Abused: What Puts You at Risk?
  19. Being Active When You Have More Than One Health Problem
  20. Bell's Palsy
  21. Bell's Palsy: Conditions With Similar Symptoms
  22. Belly-Breathing (Diaphragmatic Breathing)
  23. Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV)
  24. Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)
  25. Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH): Should I have surgery?
  26. Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH): Should I take medicine?
  27. Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia, Prostatectomy (Open) for
  28. Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia, Transurethral Incision of the Prostate for
  29. Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia, Transurethral Microwave Therapy for
  30. Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia, Transurethral Resection of the Prostate for
  31. Benzodiazepines for Sleep Problems
  32. Bereavement
  33. Bernstein Test - Medical Test
  34. Beta Thalassemia
  35. Beta-blockers
  36. Beta-Natriuretic Peptide - Medical Test
  37. Beta-Sitosterol Plant Extract
  38. Bev's Story: Coping With Arthritis
BITop of page
  1. Bifocal Contact Lenses
  2. Bike and Small Wheeled Recreation Safety : David’s Story
  3. Bike and Small Wheeled Recreation Safety: Carmen’s Story
  4. Bike and Small Wheeled Recreation Safety: In-line Skating and Skateboarding
  5. Bike and Small Wheeled Recreation Safety: Kelly's Story
  6. Bike and Small Wheeled Recreation Safety: Overview
  7. Bike and Small Wheeled Recreation Safety: Youth
  8. Bilirubin - Medical Test
  9. Binge Eating Disorder
  10. Binge-Purge Disorder
  11. Biofeedback
  12. BioFeedback: Audio Track
  13. Bioidentical Hormones
  14. Biological Clock, Sleep and Your
  15. Biophysical Profile (BPP) - Medical Test
  16. Biopsy of Genital Warts (Human Papillomavirus) - Medical Test
  17. Biopsy, Bone - Medical Test
  18. Biopsy, Bone Marrow - Medical Test
  19. Biopsy, Breast - Medical Test
  20. Biopsy, Endometrium - Medical Test
  21. Biopsy, Kidney - Medical Test
  22. Biopsy, Liver - Medical Test
  23. Biopsy, Lung - Medical Test
  24. Biopsy, Lymph Node - Medical Test
  25. Biopsy, Sentinel Lymph Node - Medical Test
  26. Biopsy, Skin - Medical Test
  27. Biopsy, Testicular - Medical Test
  28. Biopsy, Thyroid - Medical Test
  29. Biospy, Prostate - Medical Test
  30. Biotherapy for cancer
  31. Bipolar Disorder
  32. Bipolar Disorder in Children and Teens
  33. Bipolar Disorder in Children: Helping Your Child Prevent Manic Episodes
  34. Bipolar Disorder in Children: Other Health Problems That May Occur
  35. Bipolar Disorder in Children: School Issues
  36. Bipolar Disorder: Helping Someone During a Manic Episode
  37. Bipolar Disorder: Hypomanic Episodes
  38. Bipolar Disorder: Manic Episodes
  39. Bipolar Disorder: Preventing Manic Episodes
  40. Birth Control
  41. Birth Control for Teens
  42. Birth Control Hormones: The Mini-Pill
  43. Birth Control Hormones: The Patch
  44. Birth Control Hormones: The Pill
  45. Birth Control Hormones: The Ring
  46. Birth Control Hormones: The Shot
  47. Birth Control Pills: Missed or Skipped Periods
  48. Birth Control, Barrier Methods
  49. Birth Control, Intrauterine Device (IUD) for
  50. Birth Control, IUD (Intrauterine Device) for
  51. Birth Control, Tubal Implants
  52. Birth Control, Tubal Ligation
  53. Birth Control, Vasectomy
  54. Birth Control: How to Use a Diaphragm
  55. Birth Control: How to Use the Patch
  56. Birth Control: How to Use the Vaginal Ring
  57. Birth Control: Myths About Sex and Pregnancy
  58. Birth Control: Pros and Cons of Hormonal Methods
  59. Birth Defects Testing
  60. Birthmarks
  61. Bisphosphonate Treatment for Osteoporosis, Deciding About
  62. Bites and Stings: Flu-Like Symptoms
  63. Bites, Animal and Human
  64. Bites, Insect
  65. Bites, Snake and Lizard
  66. Biting
  67. Biting as a Behaviour Problem
BLTop of page
  1. Black Cohosh for Menopause Symptoms
  2. Black Lung Disease
  3. Black Widow Spider Bite
  4. Blackouts Caused by Alcohol or Drugs
  5. Bladder Cancer
  6. Bladder Cancer, Bladder Removal (Cystectomy) for
  7. Bladder Cancer, Transurethral Resuction for
  8. Bladder Infections in Children
  9. Bladder Infections in Teens and Adults
  10. Bladder Pain Syndrome (Interstitial Cystitis)
  11. Bladder Prolapse Repair
  12. Bladder Removal (Cystectomy) for Bladder Cancer
  13. Bladder Stress Test and Bonney Test for Urinary Incontinence in Women - Medical Test
  14. Bleeding Between Periods
  15. Blepharitis
  16. Blepharitis (Eyelid Problems)
  17. Blister Care
  18. Blisters
  19. Blocked Eustachian Tubes
  20. Blocked Tear Ducts
  21. Blocked Tear Ducts: Balloon Dacryocystoplasty
  22. Blocked Tear Ducts: Causes in Adults
  23. Blocked Tear Ducts: Dacryocystorhinostomy
  24. Blocked Tear Ducts: Dye Disappearance Test
  25. Blocked Tear Ducts: Endoscopic and Laser Dacryocystorhinostomy
  26. Blocked Tear Ducts: Infracturing
  27. Blocked Tear Ducts: Intubation
  28. Blocked Tear Ducts: Probing Procedures
  29. Blocked Tear Ducts: Should My Baby Have a Probing Procedure?
  30. Blood Alcohol - Medical Test
  31. Blood and Body Fluid Precautions
  32. Blood and Lymph System
  33. Blood Banking Before Surgery, Deciding About
  34. Blood Calcium - Medical Test
  35. Blood Clots in the Leg Veins
  36. Blood Creatinine - Medical Test
  37. Blood Culture - Medical Test
  38. Blood Gases (Arterial) Test - Medical Test
  39. Blood Glucose - Medical Test
  40. Blood Glucose, Home Monitoring - Medical Test
  41. Blood Osmolality Test - Medical Test
  42. Blood Phosphate (PO4) - Medical Test
  43. Blood Potassium - Medical Test
  44. Blood Pressure Monitoring at Home
  45. Blood Pressure Numbers: When to Get Help
  46. Blood Pressure Screening
  47. Blood Pressure Test, Home - Medical Test
  48. Blood Protein Test - Medical Test
  49. Blood Sodium - Medical Test
  50. Blood Sugar Monitoring: Blood Sugar Meter Accuracy
  51. Blood Tests for Pre-Eclampsia
  52. Blood Thinners Other Than Warfarin: Taking Them Safely
  53. Blood Transfusion
  54. Blood Transfusion, Intrauterine Fetal, for Rh Disease
  55. Blood Transfusions for Sickle Cell Disease
  56. Blood Transfusions: Should I Bank Blood Before Surgery?
  57. Blood Type Test - Medical Test
  58. Blood Urea Nitrogen - Medical Test
  59. Blood-Clotting Disorders
BNTop of page
  1. BNP (Brain Natriuretic Peptide) Test - Medical Test
BOTop of page
  1. Bob's Story: Biking for Health
  2. Body cast, Caring for your child in a
  3. Body Fluids Tests
  4. Body Image After Cancer Treatment
  5. Body Lice
  6. Body Mass Index (BMI)
  7. Body Mechanics
  8. Body Piercing Healing Times
  9. Body Piercing Problems
  10. Body Piercing: Safe Jewellery Choices
  11. Body Temperature - Medical Test
  12. Bodywork and Manual Therapy
  13. Boils
  14. Bonding With Your Baby
  15. Bonding With Your Newborn
  16. Bone Biopsy - Medical Test
  17. Bone Density - Medical Test
  18. Bone Marrow Aspiration and Biopsy - Medical Test
  19. Bone Marrow Transplant
  20. Bone Movement for Malocclusion
  21. Bone Scan - Medical Test
  22. Bone Spur
  23. Bones, Joints, and Muscles
  24. Bonney Test for Urinary Incontinence in Women - Medical Test
  25. Boosting Your Metabolism
  26. Borderline Personality Disorder
  27. Boric Acid for Vaginal Yeast Infection
  28. Bottle-Feeding
  29. Bottle-Feeding: Disadvantages for Babies
  30. Bottle-Feeding: Weaning a Toddler
  31. Bottle-Feeding: When Baby Doesn't Want to Stop
  32. Botulinum (Botox) Injection for Low Back Pain
  33. Botulinum Toxin (Botox)
  34. Botulism
  35. Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy
  36. Bowel Disease: Caring for Your Ostomy
  37. Bowel Disease: Changing Your Diet
  38. Bowel Movements in Babies
  39. Bowel Obstruction
  40. Bowel Obstruction: Stent Treatment
  41. Bowel Problems
  42. Bowel Resection
  43. Bowel Resection for Colorectal Cancer
  44. Bowel Transit Time - Medical Test
BPTop of page
  1. BPH (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
  2. BPH (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia), Transurethral Incision of the Prostate for
  3. BPH (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia), Transurethral Microwave Therapy for
  4. BPH (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia), Transurethral Resection of the Prostate for
  5. BPH (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia): Should I have surgery?
  6. BPH (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia): Should I take medicine?
  7. BPPV (Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo)
BRTop of page
  1. Brace (Orthotic) Treatment for Scoliosis
  2. Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate)
  3. Bradycardia, History and Physical Examination for - Medical Test
  4. Bradycardia, Medical History and Physical Examination for - Medical Test
  5. Bradycardia, Pacemaker for
  6. Bradycardia, Physical Examination and Medical History for - Medical Test
  7. Brain and Nervous System
  8. Brain Aneurysm
  9. Brain Aneurysm: Endovascular Embolization
  10. Brain Attack
  11. Brain CT Angiogram - Medical Test
  12. Brain Natriuretic Peptide (BNP) Test - Medical Test
  13. Brandt-Daroff Exercise for Vertigo
  14. Braxton Hicks Contractions
  15. BRCA (Breast Cancer) Gene Test - Medical Test
  16. BRCA Gene Test, Should I Have a
  17. Breast Biopsy - Medical Test
  18. Breast Cancer
  19. Breast Cancer (BRCA) Gene Test - Medical Test
  20. Breast Cancer in Men (Male Breast Cancer)
  21. Breast Cancer Risk: Should I Have a BRCA Gene Test?
  22. Breast Cancer Screening
  23. Breast Cancer Screening: When Should I Start Having Mammograms?
  24. Breast Cancer Types
  25. Breast Cancer, Inflammatory
  26. Breast Cancer, Lumpectomy for
  27. Breast Cancer, Mastectomy for
  28. Breast Cancer, Metastatic or Recurrent
  29. Breast Cancer, Partial Mastectomy for
  30. Breast Cancer: Breast Needle Localization
  31. Breast Cancer: Lymph Node Surgery for Staging Cancer
  32. Breast Cancer: Preserving Fertility Before Being Treated for Breast Cancer
  33. Breast Cancer: Should I Have Breast Reconstruction After a Mastectomy?
  34. Breast Cancer: Should I Have Breast-Conserving Surgery or a Mastectomy for Early-Stage Cancer?
  35. Breast Cancer: Should I Have Chemotherapy for Early-Stage Breast Cancer?
  36. Breast Cancer: What Should I Do if I'm at High Risk?
  37. Breast Changes During Pregnancy
  38. Breast Engorgement
  39. Breast Enlargement
  40. Breast Examination, Clinical - Medical Test
  41. Breast Implant Surgery for Breast Reconstruction
  42. Breast implants
  43. Breast Infection (Mastitis)
  44. Breast Lumps
  45. Breast Lumps: Breast Papillomas
  46. Breast Lumps: Fibroadenomas
  47. Breast MRI - Medical Test
  48. Breast Pain (Mastalgia)
  49. Breast Pain (Mastalgia): Breast Pain: Fitting Your Bra
  50. Breast Pain (Mastalgia): Managing Breast Pain
  51. Breast Problems
  52. Breast Problems: Breast Calcifications
  53. Breast Reconstruction Surgery after Mastectomy, Deciding about
  54. Breast Reconstruction, Breast Implants for
  55. Breast Reconstruction, Tissue Flap Surgery
  56. Breast Reduction
  57. Breast Self-Examination
  58. Breast Ultrasound - Medical Test
  59. Breast-Conserving Surgery (Lumpectomy or Partial Mastectomy) for Breast Cancer
  60. Breastfeeding
  61. Breastfeeding a Sick Baby
  62. Breastfeeding After a C-Section
  63. Breastfeeding After Breast Surgery
  64. Breastfeeding and Your Milk Supply
  65. Breastfeeding as Birth Control
  66. Breastfeeding at Work
  67. Breastfeeding During Pregnancy
  68. Breastfeeding Multiple Infants
  69. Breastfeeding Positions
  70. Breastfeeding When You Have Diabetes
  71. Breastfeeding With Inverted Nipples
  72. Breastfeeding Your Newborn and an Older Child
  73. Breastfeeding: Avoiding Toxic Substances
  74. Breastfeeding: Baby's Poor Weight Gain
  75. Breast-Feeding: Breastfeeding Your Baby Using a Nipple Shield
  76. Breastfeeding: Choosing a Breast Pump
  77. Breastfeeding: Exercise and Weight Loss
  78. Breastfeeding: Hindmilk
  79. Breastfeeding: How to Use a Breast Pump
  80. Breastfeeding: Planning Ahead
  81. Breastfeeding: Should I Breastfeed My Baby?
  82. Breastfeeding: Sore Nipples
  83. Breastfeeding: Tobacco, Alcohol, and Drugs
  84. Breastfeeding: Using Expressed Breastmilk (EBM) While Your Baby is in the Hospital
  85. Breastfeeding: Waking Your Baby
  86. Breastfeeding: Weaning a Toddler
  87. Breastfeeding: When Baby Doesn't Want to Stop
  88. Breath-Holding Spells
  89. Breath-Holding Spells: Helping Your Child Avoid Injury
  90. Breath-Holding Spells: Keeping a Record
  91. Breathing Exercises: Using a Manual Incentive Spirometer
  92. Breathing Problems: Using a Dry Powder Inhaler
  93. Breathing Problems: Using a Metered-Dose Inhaler
  94. Breathing Smoke or Fumes
  95. Breathing Techniques for Childbirth
  96. Breech Position and Breech Birth
  97. Breech Position, External Cephalic Version for
  98. Broken Collarbone (Clavicle)
  99. Broken Hip
  100. Broken Nose (Nasal Fracture)
  101. Broken Toe
  102. Broken Tooth or Dental Appliance: First Aid
  103. Bronchiectasis
  104. Bronchiolitis
  105. Bronchitis, Acute
  106. Bronchitis: Should I Take Antibiotics?
  107. Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia (BPD)
  108. Bronchoscopy - Medical Test
  109. Brown Recluse Spider Bite
  110. Bruises and Blood Spots Under the Skin
  111. Brushing and Flossing a Child's Teeth
  112. Bruxism and Temporomandibular Disorders
BSTop of page
  1. BSE (Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy)
BUTop of page
  1. Building Resilience
  2. Building Self-Esteem
  3. Bulimia Nervosa
  4. Bulimia Nervosa, Cognitive-Behavoral Therapy for
  5. Bulimia: Misuse of Ipecac Syrup
  6. Bulimia: Overuse of Laxatives
  7. Bullectomy for COPD
  8. Bullying
  9. Bullying: Building a Child's Self-Esteem
  10. Bullying: How to Help Your Child Who Bullies
  11. Bullying: Signs a Child Is Bullied
  12. BUN (Blood Urea Nitrogen) - Medical Test
  13. BUN:Creatinine Ratio - Medical Test
  14. Bunion Surgery
  15. Bunions
  16. Bunions: Should I Have Surgery?
  17. Burns and Electric Shock
  18. Burns to the Eye
  19. Burping a Baby
  20. Bursitis
  21. Butterbur Extract
BYTop of page
  1. Bypass (Coronary Artery) Surgery, Should I have?
  2. Bypass Surgery for Coronary Artery Disease
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