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Blood Test Might Predict Type 1 Diabetes in Children, Study Finds

Evidence of two autoantibodies signaled a 70 percent risk, researchers say

Today’s Interactive Tools and Multimedia

Animation: Colonoscopy Animation
Calculator: Cost of Smoking Calculator
Clinical Wizard: Breast Cancer Risk Factors Clinical Wizard
Podcast: Echocardiogram Podcast
Quiz: Late-Life Depression Quiz
Risk Assesment: Type 2 Diabetes Risk Assessment
Video: Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
Health Tip of the Day

Healthful Almonds

Eating an ounce of almonds each day can significantly reduce your LDL ("bad") cholesterol, says the American Heart Association. Almonds, and nuts in general, are also good sources of protein, carbohydrates and a variety of vitamins and minerals.

Healthy Living

Back and Neck Care
Millions of Americans suffer from back pain every year. The reasons for the pain are many, including bad posture, accidents, improper lifting, obesity, and weak muscles. Practice prevention to minimize your risk for back pain — get regular exercise, lose any excess weight, and learn good posture.

Health Centers

Asthma
Are you all too familiar with the coughing and wheezing that remind you that you have asthma? Asthma can be a serious problem, but it doesn’t have to stop you in your tracks. With the help of your health care team, you can keep your asthma under control.

Your Family

Children's Health
Enjoy good health at every age: know your body and how it works, eat well and stay active, and follow a plan for disease prevention.