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  • Who's at Risk?
  • Determine Your Risk
  • Major Risk Factors
  • Health Concerns
  • Common Misconceptions
  • Being Proactive

Health Concerns

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Alcohol and Substance Abuse

  • Alcohol Use

  • Smoking

Cancer

  • Cancer in South Asians

  • Lowering Cancer Risk through Lifestyle Changes

Children's Health

  • Nutrition for Children (ages 1 to 6)
  • South Asian Food Pyramid
  • Constipation
  • Indian Myths Explored: Gripe water, turmeric, etc.

Dermatology (Skin Care)

  • Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema)
  • Dry Skin
  • Skin Pigment Disorders

Diabetes

  • Blood Sugar Testing

  • Gestational Diabetes

  • Prediabetes

  • Type 1 Diabetes

  • Type 2 Diabetes in South Asians

Digestive Health

  • Acid Reflux

  • Bloating and Gas

  • Fatty Liver

  • Lactose Intolerance

  • Normal Bowel Function

Heart Disease Risks

  • Benefits of Fish Oil (Omega-3s) for Heart Health

  • Blood Pressure

  • Body Size

  • Cholesterol

  • Diabetes (see separate topic above)

  • Lack of Exercise

  • Metabolic Syndrome

  • Smoking

  • Stress/Depression

Mental Health

  • Depression and Anxiety

  • Postpartum Depression

  • Stress

Women’s Health

  • General Women’s Health Articles

  • Gestational Diabetes

  • Postpartum Depression

Travel Health

  • Chikungunya Fever (CDC)

  • Health Information for Travelers to Countries in South Asia (CDC)

  • Malaria Information (CDC)

  • Vaccines for Travelers to South Asia (CDC)
Last reviewed: May 2007
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