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Of or pertaining to the prevention and treatment of illness, and the preservation of physical and mental well-being, through the services provided by medical professionals.

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connective tissue

Health care; Women’s health

A type of body tissue that supports other tissues and binds them together. Connective tissue provides support in the breast.

triglyceride

Health care; Women’s health

A type of fat in the blood stream and fat tissue. High triglyceride levels (above 200) can contribute to the hardening and narrowing of arteries.

diuretics

Health care; Women’s health

A type of medication sometimes called "water pills" because they work in the kidney and flush excess water and sodium from the body.

beta-blockers

Health care; Women’s health

A type of medication that reduces nerve impulses to the heart and blood vessels. This makes the heart beat slower and with less force. Blood pressure drops and the heart works ...

central agonists

Health care; Women’s health

A type of medicine used to treat high blood pressure. Central agonists work by relaxing the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily through the body.

trans fat

Health care; Women’s health

A type of unsaturated fat. Foods made with partially hydrogenated or hydrogenated oils contain trans fat. Food manufacturers use trans fat to prolong the shelf life of processed ...

trimester

Health care; Women’s health

A typical pregnancy is 9 months long. Pregnancy is divided into three time periods, or trimesters, that are each about three months in duration — the first, second, and third ...