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The healthful benefits of breastfeeding imparted on women and infants is undeniable, however if a woman experiences ongoing difficulties when trying to establish breastfeeding she may become frustrated and discouraged, which can lead her to stop trying.

According to statistical information from the CDC, within the United States, 74.2% of infants were breastfed, 43.1% were still breastfeeding at 6 months of age, with 21.4% still breastfeeding at 1 year of age.

Skin cancers including melanoma, basal cell and squamous cell, are the most common forms of cancer in the United States. Statistics for the number of people diagnosed with new cases of skin cancer each year are unavailable.

Yeast infections might be seen as par for the course in women, but guess what? Men CAN develop penile candidiasis as well. What do you need to know about genital yeast infections in men?

Have you been prescribed antibiotics and are you worried you'll end up with a vaginal yeast infection? Here's what you need to know about the link between vaginal candidiasis and antibiotics.

When trying to treat underactive thyroid naturally, essential oils provide a number of useful benefits to help combat the fatigue, depression, memory problems and hair loss associated with your condition. What oils should you try to incorporate daily?

Lots of people say probiotics in the form of supplements, or just plain old live yogurt, can prevent or cure vaginal yeast infections. Are probiotics a good natural yeast infection treatment? Let's see.

Several treatment methods are available for a painful little toe aka bunionette. Most people will try to avoid surgery, and they will use non-surgical methods which often provide pain relief. In more severe cases, surgery might be the only solution.

Mobile apps can help parents determine whether their sick child needs to visit the doctor or stay at home and rest. Physicians can also use specific mobile apps that can help them provide better care to their pediatric patients.

Liver cancer is more commonly noted in men and usually affects individuals between the ages 50-60 years. Hepatocellular carcinoma is noted more commonly in Africa and Asia than in the United States and UK.