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MedlinePlus </h3> <p id="isPasted">Two new medical tests are now available on MedlinePlus:</p><p><a href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/calprotectin-stool-test/">Calprotectin Stool Test</a></p><p>This test measures a protein, calprotectin, in your stool (poop). High levels are a sign of inflammation in your intestines that may cause severe diarrhea.</p><p><a href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/pneumococcal-disease-tests/">Pneumococcal Disease Tests</a></p><p>These tests check for the bacteria that cause pneumococcal disease. The tests may be done on blood, urine, sputum, or cerebrospinal fluid samples.</p> </div> </section> <section><div class="mp-content"> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> <em> August 30, 2024 </em> </h3> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> Revised and updated MedlinePlus tutorial Evaluating Internet Health Information now available in Spanish </h3> <p>To support Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy’s priority to address health misinformation, MedlinePlus completely revised and updated its tutorial <a href="https://medlineplus.gov/webeval/webeval.html">Evaluating Internet Health Information</a>. The new Spanish translation <a href="https://medlineplus.gov/spanish/webeval/webeval.html">Tutorial de evaluación de información de salud en internet </a>is now also available.</p> </div> </section> <section><div class="mp-content"> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> <em> July 16, 2024 </em> </h3> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> Test Your Knowledge Quizzes Added to MedlinePlus </h3> <p>60 <a href="https://medlineplus.gov/testyourknowledge.html">Test Your Knowledge</a> quizzes from the A.D.A.M. Medical Encyclopedia have been added to MedlinePlus. The quizzes focus on health, wellness, disorders, and conditions, and link with relevant MedlinePlus Health Topic pages and Medical Encyclopedia articles, where more information about the topic can be found. Each quiz is comprised of multiple choice and true or false questions. Quiz pages are fully accessible.</p> </div> </section> <section><div class="mp-content"> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> <em> January 13, 2023 </em> </h3> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> My MedlinePlus Newsletter Discontinued </h3> <p>The My MedlinePlus newsletter was discontinued as of December 31, 2022. Find trusted, reliable health information written for consumers from the <a href="https://newsinhealth.nih.gov" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">NIH News in Health</a> newsletter and the <a href="https://magazine.medlineplus.gov/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">NIH MedlinePlus Magazine</a>. 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Subscribe to any of these feeds in your favorite RSS reader.</li></ol> </div> </section> <section><div class="mp-content"> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> <em> January 4, 2023 </em> </h3> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> MedlinePlus and MedlinePlus En Español Homepages Refreshed </h3> <p>The <a href="https://medlineplus.gov/">MedlinePlus</a> <a href="https://medlineplus.gov/"></a>and <a href="https://medlineplus.gov/spanish/">MedlinePlus en español</a> homepages will be refreshed in early January and we encourage you to visit. Changes include:</p><ul><li>Addition of a "Welcome to MedlinePlus" feature in order to follow U.S. Health and Human Services recommendations for homepages to "clearly and prominently communicate the purpose and value of the web site on the homepage"</li><li>Removal of discontinued links and outdated features</li><li>Rearrangement of icons linking to content to improve navigation and reduce clutter</li></ul> </div> </section> <section><div class="mp-content"> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> <em> October 26, 2022 </em> </h3> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infections (RSV) </h3> <p>Information on Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infections (RSV) has been updated. For the latest information, check out the <a data-tid="3101" href="https://medlineplus.gov/respiratorysyncytialvirusinfections.html">health topic</a>.</p> </div> </section> <section><div class="mp-content"> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> <em> September 24, 2022 </em> </h3> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> New Medical Test Added to MedlinePlus </h3> <p>A new medical test is available on MedlinePlus: </p><p><a data-pid="37278" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/parainfluenza-tests/">Parainfluenza Tests</a></p><p>Parainfluenza tests diagnose four common viruses that cause respiratory illnesses, including croup and bronchitis. </p> </div> </section> <section><div class="mp-content"> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> <em> September 22, 2022 </em> </h3> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> New Health Topic Added to MedlinePlus </h3> <p>A new health topic was added to MedlinePlus: </p><p><a data-tid="7807" href="https://medlineplus.gov/postcovidconditionslongcovid.html">Post-COVID Conditions (Long COVID)</a></p><p>Anyone who had COVID-19, whether is was severe or mild, can have long-lasting symptoms. Learn more about Post-COVID conditions (long COVID), including symptoms, diagnosis, treatments, and prevention.</p> </div> </section> <section><div class="mp-content"> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> <em> August 11, 2022 </em> </h3> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> Help Me Understand Genetics Pages Available in Spanish </h3> <p><a data-pid="20081" href="https://medlineplus.gov/genetics/understanding/">Help Me Understand Genetics</a> is now available in Spanish: <a href="https://medlineplus.gov/spanish/genetica/entender/">Cómo entender la genética </a></p> <p>These pages are an introduction to fundamental topics related to human genetics, including illustrations and basic explanations of genetics concepts.</p> </div> </section> <section><div class="mp-content"> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> <em> August 4, 2022 </em> </h3> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> Genetic Pages Available in Spanish </h3> <p>Four new chapters of Help Me Understand Genetics are now available in Spanish:</p> <ul type="disc"> <li><a data-pid="20091" href="https://medlineplus.gov/genetics/understanding/traits/">Genetics and Human Traits</a> (<a href="https://medlineplus.gov/spanish/genetica/entender/consulta/">Genética y rasgos humanos</a>): Are dimples inherited? Are moles genetic? Discover the answers to more questions about genetics and human traits.</li> <li><a data-pid="20097" href="https://medlineplus.gov/genetics/understanding/dtcgenetictesting/">Direct-To-Consumer Genetic Testing</a> (<a href="https://medlineplus.gov/spanish/genetica/entender/pruebasdirectasalconsumidor/">Pruebas genéticas directas al consumidor</a>): Learn about at-home genetic testing. Topics include how to choose a test, risks and benefits, testing costs and more. </li> <li><a data-pid="20101" href="https://medlineplus.gov/genetics/understanding/genomicresearch/">Genomic Research</a> (<a href="https://medlineplus.gov/spanish/genetica/entender/investigaciongenomica/">Investigación genómica</a>): Learn about genomic research. Topics include pharmacogenomics, gene editing, and more.</li> <li><a data-pid="20103" href="https://medlineplus.gov/genetics/understanding/precisionmedicine/">Precision Medicine</a> (<a href="https://medlineplus.gov/spanish/genetica/entender/medicinadeprecision/">Medicina de precisión</a>): Explore topics that focus on how genetics can impact healthcare.</li> </ul> </div> </section> <section><div class="mp-content"> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> <em> May 11, 2022 </em> </h3> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> Genetic Pages Available in Spanish </h3> <p>The <a data-pid="20099" href="https://medlineplus.gov/genetics/understanding/therapy/">Gene Therapy and Other Medical Advances</a> chapter of Help Me Understand Genetics is now available in Spanish: <a href="https://medlineplus.gov/spanish/genetica/entender/terapia/">Terapia genética y otros avances médicos</a> </p> <p>This chapter covers topics including what is gene therapy and how it works. Also discusses the ethical issues surrounding gene therapy and available treatments.</p> </div> </section> <section><div class="mp-content"> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> <em> February 23, 2022 </em> </h3> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> Genetic Pages Available in Spanish </h3> <p>The <a href="https://medlineplus.gov/genetics/understanding/consult/">Genetic Consultation</a> and <a href="https://medlineplus.gov/genetics/understanding/testing/">Genetic Testing</a> chapters of Help Me Understand Genetics are now available in Spanish: <a href="https://medlineplus.gov/spanish/genetica/entender/consulta/">Consulta genética</a> and <a href="https://medlineplus.gov/spanish/genetica/entender/pruebas/">Pruebas genéticas</a></p> <p>These chapters cover topics including why might someone have a genetic consultation and what happens during a genetic consultation. Also, the different types of genetic testing, and how is genetic testing done.</p> </div> </section> <section><div class="mp-content"> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> <em> October 20, 2021 </em> </h3> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> Genetic Page Available in Spanish </h3> <p>The <a data-pid="20089" href="https://medlineplus.gov/genetics/understanding/inheritance/">Inheriting Genetic Conditions</a> chapter of Help Me Understand Genetics is now available in Spanish: <a href="https://medlineplus.gov/spanish/genetica/entender/herencia/">Herencia de condiciones genéticas</a> </p> <p>This 10 page chapter covers topics including different types of genetic inheritance, family health history, and heritability. </p> </div> </section> <section><div class="mp-content"> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> <em> October 7, 2021 </em> </h3> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> New Medical Tests Added to MedlinePlus </h3> <p>Fourteen new medical tests are now available on MedlinePlus:</p> <ul> <li><a data-pid="32939" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/antibody-serology-tests/">Antibody Serology Tests</a></li> <li><a data-pid="32945" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/diabetes-tests/">Diabetes Tests</a></li> <li><a data-pid="33014" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/dysphagia-tests/">Dysphagia Tests</a></li> <li><a data-pid="33023" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/sexually-transmitted-infection-sti-tests/">STD Tests</a></li> <li><a data-pid="33046" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/fetal-alcohol-spectrum-disorders-fasd-screening/">Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) Screening</a></li> <li><a data-pid="33066" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/estrogen-receptor-progesterone-receptor-tests/">Estrogen Receptor, Progesterone Receptor Tests</a></li> <li><a data-pid="33103" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/sentinel-lymph-node-biopsy/">Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy</a></li> <li><a data-pid="33139" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/heart-disease-risk-assessment/">Heart Disease Risk Assessment</a></li> <li><a data-pid="33148" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/red-blood-cell-rbc-count/">Red Blood Cell (RBC) Count</a></li> <li><a data-pid="33154" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/red-blood-cell-rbc-indices/">Red Blood Cell (RBC) Indices</a></li> <li><a data-pid="33201" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/total-protein-and-albumin-globulin-a-g-ratio/">Total Protein and Albumin/Globulin (A/G) Ratio </a></li> <li><a data-pid="33207" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/myasthenia-gravis-tests/">Myasthenia Gravis Tests</a></li> <li><a data-pid="33224" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/chymotrypsin-in-stool/">Chymotrypsin in Stool</a></li> <li><a data-pid="33230" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/cytomegalovirus-cmv-tests/">Cytomegalovirus (CMV) Tests</a></li> </ul> </div> </section> <section><div class="mp-content"> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> <em> September 29, 2021 </em> </h3> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> MedlinePlus is now on Instagram! </h3> <p> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mplusgov/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><img alt="Instagram" src="https://medlineplus.gov/images/Instagram_AppIcon_Aug2017.png" style="width: 82px; height: 82px;"/></a> <br/> </p> <p>Follow us at: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mplusgov/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Mplusgov</a> </p> </div> </section> <section><div class="mp-content"> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> <em> September 21, 2021 </em> </h3> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> New Genetic Pages </h3> <p>Two new pages have been added to MedlinePlus Genetics: </p><p><a data-pid="30156" href="https://medlineplus.gov/genetics/condition/cryopyrin-associated-periodic-syndromes/">Cryopyrin-associated periodic syndromes</a></p><p>Cryopyrin-associated periodic syndromes (CAPS) are a group of conditions that have overlapping signs and symptoms and the same genetic cause. Generally, CAPS are characterized by periodic episodes of skin rash, fever, and joint pain.</p><p><a data-pid="32106" href="https://medlineplus.gov/genetics/condition/familial-cold-autoinflammatory-syndrome-type-2/">Familial cold autoinflammatory syndrome type 2</a></p><p>Familial cold autoinflammatory syndrome type 2 is a condition that causes episodes of fever, skin rash, and joint pain. These episodes can be triggered by exposure to cold temperatures, or they may arise without warning, and they can last a few hours to several days.</p> </div> </section> <section><div class="mp-content"> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> <em> August 24, 2021 </em> </h3> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> Genetic Page Available in Spanish </h3> <p>A MedlinePlus Genetic page is now available in Spanish: <a data-pid="20087" href="https://medlineplus.gov/genetics/understanding/howgeneswork/">How Genes Work</a> <a href="https://medlineplus.gov/spanish/genetica/entender/comofuncionangenes/">(Cómo funcionan los genes)</a> </p> <p>Curious about genes and how they work? Learn all about genes, proteins, cell division, and more.</p> <p> </p> </div> </section> <section><div class="mp-content"> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> <em> August 12, 2021 </em> </h3> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> New Medical Tests Added to MedlinePlus </h3> <p>Ten new medical tests are now available on MedlinePlus:</p><ul><li><a data-pid="31744" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/chorionic-villus-sampling-cvs/">Chorionic Villus Sampling (CVS)</a></li><li><a data-pid="31750" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/rapid-tests/">Rapid Tests</a></li><li><a data-pid="31780" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/sleep-study/">Sleep Study</a></li><li><a data-pid="31788" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/nonstress-test/">Nonstress Test</a></li><li><a data-pid="31821" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/pcr-tests/">PCR Tests</a></li><li><a data-pid="31827" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/igf-1-insulin-like-growth-factor-1-test/">IGF-1 (Insulin-like Growth Factor 1) Test</a></li><li><a data-pid="31841" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/growth-hormone-tests/">Growth Hormone Tests</a></li><li><a data-pid="31847" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/renin-test/">Renin Test</a></li><li><a data-pid="31855" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/g6pd-test/">G6PD Test</a></li><li><a data-pid="31861" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/lactose-tolerance-tests/">Lactose Tolerance Tests</a></li></ul> </div> </section> <section><div class="mp-content"> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> <em> August 3, 2021 </em> </h3> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> New Medical Tests Added to MedlinePlus </h3> <p>Ten new medical tests are now available on MedlinePlus:</p><ul><li><a data-pid="31341" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/tricyclic-antidepressant-tca-screen/">Tricyclic Antidepressant (TCA) Screen</a></li><li><a data-pid="31348" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/esophageal-ph-test/">Esophageal pH Test</a></li><li><a data-pid="31354" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/pet-scan/">PET Scan</a></li><li><a data-pid="31361" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/cold-stimulation-test/">Cold Stimulation Test</a></li><li><a data-pid="31381" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/at-home-medical-tests/">At-Home Medical Tests</a></li><li><a data-pid="31395" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/pulse-oximetry/">Pulse Oximetry</a></li><li><a data-pid="31401" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/glucagon-blood-test/">Glucagon Blood Test</a></li><li><a data-pid="31408" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/alcohol-use-screening-tests/">Alcohol Use Screening Tests</a></li><li><a data-pid="31441" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/drug-use-screening-tests/">Drug Use Screening Tests</a></li><li><a data-pid="31447" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/developmental-and-behavioral-screening-tests/">Developmental and Behavioral Screening Tests</a></li></ul> </div> </section> <section><div class="mp-content"> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> <em> July 20, 2021 </em> </h3> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> Genetic Page Available in Spanish </h3> <p>A MedlinePlus Genetic page is now available in Spanish: <a data-pid="20085" href="https://medlineplus.gov/genetics/understanding/mutationsanddisorders/">Variants and Health</a> <a href="https://medlineplus.gov/spanish/genetica/entender/variantesytrastornos/">(variantes y la salud)</a></p> <p>Curious about gene mutations and how they impact health? Learn how different mutations affect health and development.</p> </div> </section> <section><div class="mp-content"> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> <em> July 14, 2021 </em> </h3> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> New Genetic Page </h3> <p>A new page has been added to MedlinePlus Genetics: <a data-pid="31121" href="https://medlineplus.gov/genetics/understanding/testing/types/">What are the different types of genetic tests</a></p><p>Many types of genetic tests are available to analyze changes in genes, chromosomes, or proteins. A health care provider will consider several factors when selecting the appropriate test.</p> </div> </section> <section><div class="mp-content"> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> <em> May 6, 2021 </em> </h3> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> Genetic Page Available in Spanish </h3> <p>A MedlinePlus Genetic page is now available in Spanish: <a data-pid="20083" href="https://medlineplus.gov/genetics/understanding/basics/">Cells and DNA </a> <a href="https://medlineplus.gov/spanish/genetica/entender/basica/">(Células y ADN)</a></p> <p>Discover the basics of cells, DNA, genes, chromosomes and how they work.</p> </div> </section> <section><div class="mp-content"> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> <em> April 16, 2021 </em> </h3> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> New Genetic Page </h3> <p>A new page has been added to MedlinePlus Genetics: <a data-pid="29861" href="https://medlineplus.gov/genetics/understanding/therapy/mrnavaccines/">What are mRNA vaccines and how do they work?</a></p><p>Scientists have developed a new type of vaccine that uses a molecule called messenger RNA (or mRNA for short) rather than part of an actual bacteria or virus. mRNA vaccines work by introducing a piece of mRNA that corresponds to a viral protein. Using this mRNA blueprint, cells produce the viral protein, which triggers an immune response.</p><p></p> </div> </section> <section><div class="mp-content"> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> <em> March 10, 2021 </em> </h3> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> New Medical Tests Added to MedlinePlus </h3> <p>Ten new medical tests are now available on MedlinePlus:</p><ul><li><a href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/antibiotic-sensitivity-test/">Antibiotic Sensitivity Test</a></li><li><a href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/basic-metabolic-panel-bmp/">Basic Metabolic Panel (BMP)</a></li><li><a href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/catecholamine-tests/">Catecholamine Tests</a></li><li><a href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/how-to-cope-with-medical-test-anxiety/">How to Cope with Medical Test Anxiety</a></li><li><a href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/how-to-prepare-for-a-lab-test/">How to Prepare for a Lab Test</a></li><li><a href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/how-to-prepare-your-child-for-a-lab-test/">How to Prepare Your Child for a Lab Test</a></li><li><a href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/measuring-blood-pressure/">Measuring Blood Pressure</a></li><li><a href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/platelet-tests/">Platelet Tests</a></li><li><a href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/what-you-need-to-know-about-blood-testing/">What You Need to Know About Blood Testing</a></li><li><a href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/xylose-testing/">Xylose Testing</a></li></ul> </div> </section> <section><div class="mp-content"> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> <em> December 10, 2020 </em> </h3> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> New Genetic Page </h3> <p>A new page has been added to MedlinePlus Genetics: <a data-pid="24498" href="https://medlineplus.gov/genetics/condition/terminal-osseous-dysplasia/">Terminal osseous dysplasia</a></p><p>Terminal osseous dysplasia is a disorder primarily involving skeletal abnormalities and certain skin changes. Explore symptoms, inheritance, genetics of this condition.</p> </div> </section> <section><div class="mp-content"> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> <em> November 18, 2020 </em> </h3> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> MedlinePlus Social Media Toolkit </h3> <p><a data-pid="24404" href="https://medlineplus.gov/social-media-toolkit/">MedlinePlus Social Media Toolkit</a> is now available.</p><p>Share these MedlinePlus resources on your social media or other communication channels to connect your community to high-quality, relevant health and wellness information that is trusted and easy to understand, in both English and Spanish. </p> </div> </section> <section><div class="mp-content"> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> <em> November 10, 2020 </em> </h3> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> New Health Topics </h3> <p>Two new topics have been added to MedlinePlus: </p> <p> <a data-tid="7627" href="https://medlineplus.gov/covid19testing.html">COVID-19 Testing</a></p> <p> Learn about the different types of tests for COVID-19, who needs a test, and how and where you can get a test. </p> <p><a data-tid="7647" href="https://medlineplus.gov/covid19vaccines.html">COVID-19 Vaccines</a> </p> <p>Currently there is no approved vaccine for COVID-19 in the United States. Learn about the vaccines that are being developed and tested, and how you can enroll in a clinical trial.</p> </div> </section> <section><div class="mp-content"> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> <em> October 27, 2020 </em> </h3> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> New Genetic Pages </h3> <p>Two new pages have been added to MedlinePlus Genetics:</p><ul><li><a data-pid="24501" href="https://medlineplus.gov/genetics/gene/mn1/">MN1 gene</a></li><li><a data-pid="24191" href="https://medlineplus.gov/genetics/condition/mn1-c-terminal-truncation-syndrome/">MN1 C-terminal truncation syndrome</a></li></ul><p>Learn about the signs and symptoms, causes, and inheritance of <em>MN1</em> C-terminal truncation syndrome and learn how changes in the <em>MN1</em> gene are related to this condition.</p> </div> </section> <section><div class="mp-content"> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> <em> October 22, 2020 </em> </h3> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> New Health Topic </h3> <p>A new topic has been added to MedlinePlus: <a data-tid="7667" href="https://medlineplus.gov/vaccinesafety.html">Vaccine Safety</a> </p> <p>Vaccines protect you and your family from disease. Learn about vaccine safety in the United States. It includes a thorough process of testing and evaluating vaccines before they can be approved.</p> </div> </section> <section><div class="mp-content"> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> <em> October 2, 2020 </em> </h3> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> New Medical Tests Added to MedlinePlus </h3> <p>Twelve new medical tests are now available on MedlinePlus: </p><ul><li><a data-pid="24142" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/osmolality-tests/">Osmolality Tests</a></li><li><a data-pid="24186" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/hysteroscopy/">Hysteroscopy</a></li><li><a data-pid="24201" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/sputum-culture/">Sputum Culture</a></li><li><a data-pid="24261" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/legionella-tests/">Legionella Tests</a></li><li><a data-pid="24283" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/nasal-swab/">Nasal Swab</a></li><li><a data-pid="24325" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/white-blood-count-wbc/">White Blood Count (WBC)</a></li><li><a data-pid="24341" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/rash-evaluation/">Rash Evaluation</a></li><li><a data-pid="24347" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/colposcopy/">Colposcopy</a></li><li><a data-pid="24354" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/barium-swallow/">Barium Swallow</a></li><li><a data-pid="24364" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/myelography/">Myelography</a></li><li><a data-pid="24381" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/fluoroscopy/">Fluoroscopy</a></li><li><a data-pid="24387" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/bronchoscopy-and-bronchoalveolar-lavage-bal/">Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)</a></li></ul> </div> </section> <section><div class="mp-content"> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> <em> September 24, 2020 </em> </h3> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> New Health Topic </h3> <p>A new topic has been added to MedlinePlus: <a data-tid="7607" href="https://medlineplus.gov/cleaningdisinfectingandsanitizing.html">Cleaning, Disinfecting, and Sanitizing</a></p> <p>To avoid becoming infected by germs from surfaces and objects, it is important to wash your hands often. It’s also important to regularly clean and disinfect surfaces and objects. Learn the difference between cleaning, disinfecting and sanitizing.</p> </div> </section> <section><div class="mp-content"> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> <em> September 2, 2020 </em> </h3> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> Genetics Home Reference has become part of MedlinePlus. </h3> <p>Information from Genetics Home Reference is now available in the “<a data-pid="13861" href="https://medlineplus.gov/genetics/">Genetics</a>” section of MedlinePlus.</p> <p>The Genetics Home Reference pages included in MedlinePlus cover more than 1,300 genetic conditions and 1,475 genes, all of the human chromosomes, and mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA). Also included is a richly illustrated genetics primer, Help Me Understand Genetics, which offers basic explanations of how genes work and how mutations cause disorders, as well as current information about genetic testing, gene therapy, genetics research, and precision medicine. </p> </div> </section> <section><div class="mp-content"> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> <em> August 13, 2020 </em> </h3> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> New Medical Tests Added to MedlinePlus </h3> <p>Ten new medical tests are now available on MedlinePlus:</p><ul><li><a data-pid="14062" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/complement-blood-test/">Complement Blood Test</a></li><li><a data-pid="14068" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/amniocentesis-amniotic-fluid-test/">Amniocentesis (amniotic fluid test)</a></li><li><a data-pid="14086" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/anoscopy/">Anoscopy</a></li><li><a data-pid="14101" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/acetaminophen-level/">Acetaminophen Level</a></li><li><a data-pid="14107" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/salicylates-level/">Salicylates Level</a></li><li><a data-pid="14113" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/allergy-skin-test/">Allergy Skin Test</a></li><li><a data-pid="14141" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/gram-stain/">Gram Stain</a></li><li><a data-pid="14147" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/bone-density-scan/">Bone Density Scan</a></li><li><a data-pid="14153" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/respiratory-pathogens-panel/">Respiratory Pathogens Panel</a></li><li><a data-pid="14161" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/gamma-glutamyl-transferase-ggt-test/">Gamma-glutamyl Transferase (GGT) Test</a></li></ul> </div> </section> <section><div class="mp-content"> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> <em> June 27, 2020 </em> </h3> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> New Medical Tests Added to MedlinePlus </h3> <p>Ten new medical tests are now available on MedlinePlus:</p><section><ul><li><a data-pid="13021" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/hemoglobin-electrophoresis/">Hemoglobin Electrophoresis</a></li><li><a data-pid="13061" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/obsessive-compulsive-disorder-ocd-test/">Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) Test</a></li><li><a data-pid="13081" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/mrsa-tests/">MRSA Tests</a></li><li><a data-pid="13101" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/prothrombin-time-test-and-inr-ptinr/">Prothrombin Time Test and INR (PT/INR) </a></li><li><a data-pid="13181" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/synovial-fluid-analysis/">Synovial Fluid Analysis</a></li><li><a data-pid="13369" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/ccp-antibody-test/">CCP Antibody Test</a> </li><li><a data-pid="13442" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/dhea-sulfate-test/">DHEA Sulfate Test</a></li><li><a data-pid="13383" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/methylmalonic-acid-mma-test/">Methylmalonic Acid (MMA) Test</a></li><li><a data-pid="13401" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/haptoglobin-hp-test/">Haptoglobin (HP) Test</a></li><li><a data-pid="13408" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/therapeutic-drug-monitoring/">Therapeutic Drug Monitoring</a></li></ul></section> </div> </section> <section><div class="mp-content"> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> <em> May 27, 2020 </em> </h3> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> New Health Topic Added </h3> <p>A new health topic has been added to MedlinePlus: </p><ul><li><a data-tid="7547" href="https://medlineplus.gov/caregiverhealth.html">Caregiver Health</a></li></ul> </div> </section> <section><div class="mp-content"> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> <em> May 5, 2020 </em> </h3> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> New Health Topics Added </h3> <p>Two new health topics have been added to MedlinePlus: </p><ul><li><a data-tid="7427" href="https://medlineplus.gov/olderadultmentalhealth.html">Older Adult Mental Health</a></li><li><a data-tid="7467" href="https://medlineplus.gov/telehealth.html">Telehealth</a></li></ul> </div> </section> <section><div class="mp-content"> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> <em> April 16, 2020 </em> </h3> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> New Health Topic </h3> <p>A new topic has been added to MedlinePlus: <a data-tid="7407" href="https://medlineplus.gov/howtoimprovementalhealth.html">How to Improve Mental Health</a></p> </div> </section> <section><div class="mp-content"> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> <em> March 20, 2020 </em> </h3> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> New Medical Tests Added to MedlinePlus </h3> <p>Nine new medical tests are now available on MedlinePlus: </p><ul><li><a data-pid="11641" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/strep-b-test/">Strep B Test</a></li><li><a data-pid="11661" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/strep-a-test/">Strep A Test</a></li><li><a data-pid="11668" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/reticulocyte-count/">Reticulocyte Count </a></li><li><a data-pid="11674" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/iron-tests/">Iron Tests</a></li><li><a data-pid="11701" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/protein-electrophoresis-by-immunofixation-blood-test/">Immunofixation (IFE) Blood Test</a></li><li><a data-pid="11707" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/panic-disorder-test/">Panic Disorder Test</a></li><li><a data-pid="11713" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/electromyography-emg-and-nerve-conduction-studies/">Electromyography (EMG) and Nerve Conduction Studies</a></li><li><a data-pid="11721" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/free-light-chains/">Free Light Chains</a></li><li><a data-pid="11727" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/d-dimer-test/">D-Dimer Test</a></li></ul> </div> </section> <section><div class="mp-content"> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> <em> February 25, 2020 </em> </h3> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> New Medical Tests Added to MedlinePlus </h3> <p>Ten new medical tests are now available on MedlinePlus: </p> <ul> <li><a href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/autism-spectrum-disorder-asd-screening/?_ga=2.32398718.1914680041.1582557731-1578233667.1566498884" rel="nofollow">Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Screening</a></li> <li><a href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/triiodothyronine-t3-tests/" rel="nofollow">Triiodothyronine (T3) Tests</a></li> <li><a href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/alpha-1-antitrypsin-test/" rel="nofollow">Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Test</a></li> <li><a href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/acid-fast-bacillus-afb-tests/" rel="nofollow">Acid-Fast Bacillus (AFB)</a></li> <li><a href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/electrolyte-panel/" rel="nofollow">Electrolyte Panel</a></li> <li><a href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/mononucleosis-mono-tests/" rel="nofollow">Mononucleosis (Mono) Tests</a></li> <li><a href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/chickenpox-and-shingles-tests/" rel="nofollow">Chicken Pox and Shingles Tests</a></li> <li><a href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/fall-risk-assessment/" rel="nofollow">Fall Risk Assessment</a></li> <li><a href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/prenatal-cell-free-dna-screening/" rel="nofollow">Prenatal Cell-Free DNA Screening</a></li> <li><a href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/suicide-risk-screening/" rel="nofollow">Suicide Risk Screening</a></li> </ul> </div> </section> <section><div class="mp-content"> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> <em> February 20, 2020 </em> </h3> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> New Coronavirus Testing Page </h3> <p>Concerned about a coronavirus? Find out when you may need testing, what happens during a test, and what the results may mean with our new Coronavirus Testing page.</p> </div> </section> <section><div class="mp-content"> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> <em> January 30, 2020 </em> </h3> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> Coronavirus Information Updated </h3> <p>The health topic Coronavirus Infections has been updated and includes new CDC information about the 2019 Novel Coronavirus (2019-nCoV).</p> </div> </section> <section><div class="mp-content"> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> <em> December 10, 2019 </em> </h3> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> New Health Topic </h3> <p>A new topic has been added to MedlinePlus: <a data-tid="7347" href="https://medlineplus.gov/hivprepandpep.html"> HIV: PrEP and PEP</a></p> <p>PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis) and PEP (post-exposure prophylaxis) are HIV prevention methods where medicines are prescribed before (pre) or post (after) there is exposure to HIV. Discover more about treatment as prevention. </p> </div> </section> <section><div class="mp-content"> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> <em> December 4, 2019 </em> </h3> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> PDF Fact Sheet Added </h3> <p>The new <a data-pid="7786" href="https://medlineplus.gov/about/general/aboutmedlineplus/"> Learn about MedlinePlus page </a> is now available in a printable <a href="https://medlineplus.gov/about/aboutmedlineplus.pdf">PDF Fact Sheet</a>.</p> </div> </section> <section><div class="mp-content"> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> <em> November 19, 2019 </em> </h3> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> Spanish Health Topic Added </h3> <p>The health topic, <a href="https://medlineplus.gov/hidradenitissuppurativa.html">Hidradenitis Suppurativa</a>, is now available in Spanish: <a href="https://medlineplus.gov/spanish/hidradenitissuppurativa.html">Hidradenitis supurativa</a></p> </div> </section> <section><div class="mp-content"> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> <em> November 13, 2019 </em> </h3> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> MedlinePlus Has Retired the How to Write Easy-to-Read Health Materials page in English and Spanish. </h3> <p>Guides for creating health materials for a general audience are available from the National Institutes of Health, the HHS Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, and others. We encourage you to explore these resources via the <a href="https://medlineplus.gov/healthliteracy.html">MedlinePlus topic on Health Literacy</a>.</p> </div> </section> <section><div class="mp-content"> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> <em> November 8, 2019 </em> </h3> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> About MedlinePlus: New and Updated Information </h3> <p>We have expanded and updated our <a data-pid="7481" href="https://medlineplus.gov/about/">information about MedlinePlus</a>! 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Please use the “Customer Support” button at the top of any page to submit a comment or question.</p> </div> </section> <section><div class="mp-content"> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> <em> October 3, 2019 </em> </h3> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> New Medical Tests Added to MedlinePlus </h3> <p align="LEFT" dir="LTR">Three new medical tests are now available on MedlinePlus</p><ul><li align="LEFT" dir="LTR"><a data-pid="7181" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/obesity-screening/">Obesity Screening</a></li><li align="LEFT" dir="LTR"><a data-pid="7164" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/antineutrophil-cytoplasmic-antibodies-anca-test/">Antineutrophil Cytoplasmic Antibodies (ANCA) Test</a></li><li align="LEFT" dir="LTR"><a data-pid="7143" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/opioid-testing/">Opioid Testing</a></li></ul> </div> </section> <section><div class="mp-content"> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> <em> September 27, 2019 </em> </h3> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> New Medical Tests Added to MedlinePlus </h3> <p align="LEFT" dir="LTR">Fifteen new medical tests are now available on MedlinePlus:</p><ul><li><a data-pid="6681" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/lactate-dehydrogenase-ldh-test/">Lactate Dehydrogenase (LDH) Test</a></li><li><a data-pid="6441" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/lactate-dehydrogenase-ldh-isoenzymes-test/">Lactate Dehydrogenase (LDH) Isoenzymes Test</a></li><li><a data-pid="6461" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/ammonia-levels/">Ammonia Levels</a></li><li><a data-pid="6481" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/prolactin-levels/">Prolactin Levels</a></li><li><a data-pid="6504" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/ceruloplasmin-test/">Ceruloplasmin Test</a></li><li><a data-pid="6511" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/natriuretic-peptide-tests-bnp-nt-probnp/">Natriuretic Peptide Tests (BNP, NT-proBNP)</a></li><li><a data-pid="6561" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/parathyroid-hormone-pth-test/">Parathyroid Hormone (PTH) Test</a></li><li><a data-pid="6567" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/lactate-test/">Lactic Acid Test</a></li><li><a data-pid="6601" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/17-hydroxyprogesterone/">17-Hydroxyprogesterone</a></li><li><a data-pid="6609" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/smooth-muscle-antibody-sma-test/">Smooth Muscle Antibody (SMA) Test</a></li><li><a data-pid="6621" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/cord-blood-testing-and-banking/">Cord Blood Testing and Banking</a></li><li><a data-pid="6629" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/comprehensive-metabolic-panel-cmp/">Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)</a></li><li><a data-pid="6636" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/adrenocorticotropic-hormone-acth/">Adrenocorticotropic Hormone (ACTH)</a></li><li><a data-pid="6661" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/liver-function-tests/">Liver Function Tests</a></li><li><a data-pid="6667" href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/creatinine-test/">Creatinine Test</a></li></ul> </div> </section> <section><div class="mp-content"> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> <em> September 13, 2019 </em> </h3> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> New Medical Tests Added to MedlinePlus </h3> <p align="LEFT" dir="LTR">Five new medical tests are now available on MedlinePlus:</p><ul><li><a href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/helicobacter-pylori-h-pylori-tests/"><span lang="EN">Helicobacter Pylori (H. Pylori) Tests</span></a><span lang="EN"> </span></li><li><a href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/c-diff-testing/"><span lang="EN">C. Diff Testing</span></a></li><li><p><a href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/pleural-fluid-analysis/"><span lang="EN">Pleural Fluid Analysis</span></a><span lang="EN"> </span></p></li><li><a href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/follicle-stimulating-hormone-fsh-levels-test/"><span lang="EN">Follicle-Stimulating Hormone (FSH) Levels Test</span></a><span lang="EN"> </span></li><li><a href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/luteinizing-hormone-lh-levels-test/"><span lang="EN">Luteinizing Hormone (LH) Levels Test</span></a></li></ul> </div> </section> <section><div class="mp-content"> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> <em> August 30, 2019 </em> </h3> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> New Medical Tests Added to MedlinePlus </h3> <p align="LEFT" dir="LTR">Five new medical tests are now available on MedlinePlus:</p> <ul> <li><a href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/magnesium-blood-test/"><span lang="EN">Magnesium Blood Test</span></a> </li> <li><a href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/creatine-kinase/"><span lang="EN">Creatine Kinase</span></a></li> <li><a href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/phosphate-in-blood/"><span lang="EN">Phosphate in Blood</span></a></li> <li><a href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/troponin-test/"><span lang="EN">Troponin Test</span></a></li> <li><a href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/ova-and-parasite-test/"><span lang="EN">Ova and Parasite Tests</span></a></li> </ul> </div> </section> <section><div class="mp-content"> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> <em> August 28, 2019 </em> </h3> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> Health Topics Name Changes </h3> <p>The following health topics have new topic names:</p><ul><li>Drug Abuse →　<a href="https://medlineplus.gov/druguseandaddiction.html"><span lang="EN">Drug Use and Addiction</span></a></li><li>Alcoholism and Alcohol Abuse →　<a href="https://medlineplus.gov/alcoholusedisorderaud.html"><span lang="EN">Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)</span></a></li><li>Pregnancy and Substance Abuse →　<a href="https://medlineplus.gov/pregnancyanddruguse.html"><span lang="EN">Pregnancy and Drug Use</span></a></li><li>Prescription Drug Abuse→　<a href="https://medlineplus.gov/prescriptiondrugmisuse.html"><span lang="EN">Prescription Drug Misuse</span></a></li><li>Opioid Abuse and Addiction →　<a href="https://medlineplus.gov/opioidmisuseandaddiction.html"><span lang="EN">Opioid Misuse and Addiction</span></a></li><li>Opioid Abuse and Addiction Treatment→　<a href="https://medlineplus.gov/opioidmisuseandaddictiontreatment.html"><span lang="EN">Opioid Misuse and Addiction Treatment　</span></a></li></ul> </div> </section> <section><div class="mp-content"> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> <em> August 22, 2019 </em> </h3> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> New Medical Tests Added to MedlinePlus </h3> <p>Ten new medical tests are now available on MedlinePlus</p><ul><li><a href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/aldosterone-test/">Aldosterone test</a></li><li><a href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/hearing-tests-for-adults/">Hearing Tests for Adults</a></li><li><a href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/hearing-tests-for-children/">Hearing Tests for Children</a></li><li><a href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/glomerular-filtration-rate-gfr-test/">Glomerular Filtration Rate (GFR) Test</a></li><li><a href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/balance-tests/">Balance Tests</a></li><li><a href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/videonystagmography-vng/">Videoonystagmography (VNG)</a></li><li><a href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/burn-evaluation/">Burn Evaluation</a></li><li><a href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/malaria-tests/">Malaria Tests</a></li><li><a href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/neurological-exam/">Neurological Exam</a></li><li><a href="https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/trichomoniasis-test/">Trichomoniasis Test</a></li></ul> </div> </section> <section><div class="mp-content"> <h3 align="LEFT" dir="LTR"> <em> August 15, 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