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News stories about complementary approaches to health can sometimes be misleading. They might lack key details, or they may be confusing or conflicting. This site can help you assess news stories about complementary health approaches, so you can make informed decisions about your health.

When a child is diagnosed with a serious illness, it can be difficult for the entire family. It’s important that your child, your family, and you get the support and care you need during this challenging time. A special type of care called palliative care can help.

If you’re feeling constantly exhausted and sluggish, you might have a condition called anemia. Anemia is a common blood disorder that many people develop at some point in their lives.

About 1 in 3 adults in the U.S. has high blood pressure, but many don’t realize it. High blood pressure is sometimes called a “silent killer,” because it usually has no warning signs, yet it can lead to life-threatening conditions like heart attack or stroke. The good news is that high blood pressure, or hypertension, can often be prevented or treated.

NIH has an entire institute, the National Institute of Biomedical Imaging and Bioengineering (NIBIB), devoted to developing new imaging devices and other leading edge technologies.

Information about participating in a clinical trial.

NIH conducts clinical research trials for many diseases and conditions, including cancer, Alzheimer’s disease, allergy and infectious diseases, and neurological disorders.

Sofocos, sudoración nocturna, períodos menstruales irregulares y problemas para dormir. Estos conocidos síntomas de la menopausia aparecen en la mayoría de las mujeres cuando cumplen alrededor de 50 años. Sin embargo, si se presentan antes de los 40 años, lo cual ocurre aproximadamente en una de cada 100 mujeres, es un indicio de que algo anda mal. Los síntomas prematuros como estos pueden indicar una afección poco comprendida llamada insuficiencia ovárica primaria (IOP).

Todos hemos tenido dolor de garganta en esta época del año. La garganta se siente áspera y puede doler al tragar. ¿Qué se puede hacer para aliviar el dolor de garganta? Y, ¿cuándo es un síntoma de una infección más grave?