After Treatment for a Mouth or Throat Tumor

Treatment for a tumor may change the way you speak, chew, or eat. If so, your care team will show you new ways to do these important tasks. Family, friends, and other people you trust can also help you adjust.

Childhood Vaccines

To be healthy, your child should receive the recommended childhood vaccines or immunizations. Many are given in a series of doses over time. To be protected, your child needs each dose at the right time. Talk with your doctor about the risks and benefits of vaccines.

Adult Vaccine Schedule

Here is a schedule of vaccines recommended for adults. It comes from the CDC National Immunization Program.

Managing Psoriasis

The success of your medical treatment depends on you. When your health care provider gives you a treatment plan, ask when you should expect to see results. Then, follow your plan. Here are some more self-care tips.

Self-Care for Strains and Sprains

Most minor strains and sprains can be treated with self-care. But if you have torn tissue or damaged blood vessels, nerves, or bones, be sure to call your healthcare provider.

Self-Care for Sore Throats

Sore throats happen for many reasons, such as colds, allergies, and infections caused by viruses or bacteria. Your goal for self-care is to reduce your discomfort while giving your throat a chance to heal.

Controlling Teen Acne

Your acne treatment will work best if you follow your treatment plan. Acne often takes months to improve, so you will need to be patient.

What Is Teen Acne?

Acne is a skin condition that causes blemishes on the face, back, chest, or upper arms. In time, your acne may go away by itself. But treatment can help to control your acne now.