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Acne Quiz
Learn about acne with this multiple-choice quiz. You'll learn, for example, which factors promote
blackheads.

Addiction Quiz
Addiction to drugs or alcohol can happen to anyone of any age, social status, race, or income
level. Find out more by taking this quiz.

Adult Immunizations Quiz
True or false: Polio vaccines should be kept up-to-date throughout your lifetime.

Advance Directive Quiz
How important is it to draw up a living will? Take this quiz and find out.

Age-Related Macular Degeneration Quiz
Millions of Americans are affected by age-related macular degeneration, a disease that damages
the eye's central vision. To learn more about macular degeneration, take this quiz.
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Alcohol Abuse Quiz
Each year, about 100,000 deaths in the United States are related to alcohol consumption. Learn
more about the effects of abusing alcohol by taking this quiz.

Allergies Quiz
Allergies are nothing to sneeze at. Learn how to better deal with this condition.

Alternative and Complementary Medicine Quiz
Many people swear by alternative and complementary therapies. Find out more about these
treatments by taking this quiz.

Alternative Arthritis Treatment Quiz
True or false: Meditation appears to benefit the immune system and may affect the nervous and
vascular systems, which in turn affect joint health.

Altitude Sickness Quiz
Gazing down on the spectacular view from a mountaintop can take your breath away. That
breathlessness is oftentimes more than just an awestruck reaction to the sights. It can be a
symptom of altitude sickness, an illness that can strike hikers, mountain climbers, skiers and
anyone who hits the 8,000-foot mark on a mountain.

Alzheimer's Disease Quiz
Find out more about this degenerative disease of the brain by taking this quiz.

Anemia Quiz

Answer this one: What is the most common cause of anemia?

Anthrax Quiz
What have you learned about anthrax since it became a real concern after Sept. 11, 2001?

Antibiotics Quiz
Antibiotics have been called "wonder drugs," because of their ability to treat bacterial infections
that were once deadly. Antibiotics have saved countless lives since they were first introduced 60
years ago. But over use of these drugs has allowed some bacteria to become resistant to them.

Aplastic Anemia Quiz
Aplastic anemia is a rare blood disorder that affects the growth of blood cells. "Aplastic" means
"lack of growth."

Appendix Quiz
The human appendix is a three- to six-inch narrow tube located where the small and large
intestines join. It's mostly known for becoming inflamed, affecting thousands of Americans each
year. If you want to learn more about the appendix, take this quiz.

Arthritis Quiz
True or False: Arthritis affects only the wrist, ankle, and knee joints.

Aspirin Quiz
Each year, more than a million Americans die of heart attacks and other forms of heart disease.
Low-dose aspirin therapy is one weapon in the arsenal against heart disease that also includes
healthy dieting, adequate exercise, and not smoking. Learn more about aspirin's role in combating

heart disease by taking this quiz

Asthma Awareness Quiz
Assess your knowledge of the asthma basics with this quiz.

Asthma Knowledge Quiz
Do you know tobacco smoke's effect on asthma? What about asthma's effect on pregnancy? Find
out the answers to these and other questions by taking this quiz.

Asthma Quiz
Are you a parent of a child with asthma? Take this quiz and stop feeling guilty.

Athlete's Foot Quiz
The itching caused by athlete's foot can be intense. Named for the active people who seem most
prone to this condition, athlete's foot can affect even couch potatoes. Find out more by taking this
multiple-choice quiz.

Atopic Dermatitis Quiz
Atopic dermatitis is a chronic, inherited skin condition that affects millions of Americans. The
following quiz offers helpful facts about the condition.

Autism Quiz
Autism is a developmental disability that usually starts in early childhood. Because different
children can have widely different symptoms, autism is classified as a "spectrum disorder," which
means it is a group of disorders with similar features.


Autoimmune Diseases Quiz
Test your knowledge of these serious-and mysterious-class of diseases.

Back Care Quiz
Back pain is a common complaint, but how serious is it? Take this quiz and see how much you
know about back care.

Back Pain Quiz
Answer this one: What position is best for your back when you sleep?

Balance Disorders Quiz
Although millions of Americans have balanced disorders, they can be difficult to diagnose. That's
because dizziness--a common symptom--is such a broad term.

Birth Defects Quiz
Here's a tough one: When is an unborn baby most at risk of developing abnormalities?

Blood Count Quiz
The last time you visited your doctor for an illness, he or she might have ordered a CBC test to
help determine the diagnosis. CBC stands for complete blood count, but what does that mean?
And what do all those numbers on the result sheet mean? Find out by taking this quiz.

Blood Pressure Quiz
Do you know your risk factors for high blood pressure? You can't do anything about some risk
factors. But other risk factors can be changed. Learn about the risk factors for high blood
pressure by taking this quiz.

Blood Transfusion Quiz
Every year, millions of Americans roll up their sleeves to donate blood, helping accident victims,
surgical patient and others in need. How much do you know about blood transfusions? Take this
multiple-choice test and find out.

Botulism Quiz
Botulism is rare, but extremely dangerous. This quiz will help you learn how to make sure the food
you eat is safe.

Breast Cancer Quiz
True or false: Fifty percent of the lumps women find when checking their breasts aren't cancerous.

Breastfeeding Quiz
Breastfeeding is filled with benefits to your child and you. Do you know what they are?

Bruxism Quiz
Are you clenching your teeth and don't even know it? Find out about bruxism by taking this quiz.

Bunions, Corns and Hammertoes Quiz
Did you know that untreated bunions may lead to arthritis? Take this quiz and find out how to take
care of your feet.

Burns Quiz
Burns can occur anytime of year, but the summertime can hold special hazards because many of
us are outdoors doing yard work, grilling or boating. More than a million burn injuries occur each
year, Introduction: What Do You Know About Burns?

Caffeine Quiz
Is there a link between heavy caffeine consumption and osteoporosis? Find out when you take this
quiz.

Calcium Quiz
True or false: If you don't get enough calcium in your diet, your body will take the calcium it needs
from your bones.

Cancer Warning Signs Quiz
Any sudden or progressive change in a mole's appearance could be an indication of skin cancer.

Car Safety Quiz
True or false: If someone is following your car too closely, you should gently tap your brakes as a
warning.

Cat Scratch Disease Quiz
There are millions of pet cats in the United States. Three households in 10 own at least one cat.
Sometimes, however, cats can cause an illness called cat scratch disease. Find out more about
this illness by taking this true-false quiz.

Celiac Disease Quiz
Celiac disease is a digestive disease that can affect children and adults alike. Also known as celiac
sprue ("sprue" means you can't absorb nutrients from food), this disease is the most common
genetic disease in Europe and is considered significantly underdiagnosed in the United States.
Learn more about the disease by taking this quiz.


Cervical Cancer Quiz
According to the American Cancer Society, more than 4,200 U.S. women will die from cervical
cancer in 2011. Death rates are dropping, though, because more women are being screened. To
learn more about cervical cancer and prevention, take this quiz.

Child Development Quiz
Answer this one: When riding in a motor vehicle, how tall should a child be to sit in a regular seat
and use an adult seat belt instead of a being strapped into a car safety seat or booster seat?

Childhood Asthma Quiz
Asthma is a disease that affects the lungs. It is the most common long-term disease of children.
Test your knowledge of living with asthma with this quiz.

Childhood Health Quiz
Answer this one: What's the optimum age range for learning during childhood?

Chlamydia Quiz
Answer this one: The STD chlamydia is a bacterium that is transmitted through intimate physical
contact. What's the most common means of transmission?

Cholesterol Quiz
An excess of cholesterol can build up in the arteries, narrowing them and slowing or blocking
blood flow to the heart. Take this quiz to learn more about cholesterol and its role in your health.

'Choose My Plate' Quiz
How many cups of vegetables should you eat each day? How about milk? Meat? The My Plate

eating plan can help you find out.

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Quiz
We all get tired. Many of us have felt depressed at times. But the mystery known as chronic
fatigue syndrome is not like the normal ups and downs we experience in everyday life.

Colorectal Cancer: Test Your Knowledge
True or false: Colorectal cancer-cancer of the colon or rectum-is the second leading cause of
cancer death in the United States.

Common Cold Quiz
True or false: More than 200 viruses cause colds.

Constipation Quiz
Find out more about constipation by taking this quiz.

Contraception Quiz
About half of all pregnancies are unplanned, says the American College of Obstetricians and
Gynecologists. But women today have many safe and reliable options to choose from if they want
to prevent pregnancy. Test your knowledge of contraception by taking this quiz.

COPD Quiz
Smoking is the main cause of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), a serious,
debilitating and often fatal illness. Take this quiz to find out more about COPD and how to prevent
it.


Coronary Artery Disease and Angioplasty Quiz
Atherosclerosis, or coronary artery disease (CAD), plays a major role in the leading cause of death
in this country: heart attack. Learn more about this disease and a common procedure used to treat
it.

CPR and Defibrillator Quiz
Sudden cardiac death is the leading cause of death in adults in the United States. Knowing CPR
may help you save someone's life. Learn more about CPR by taking this quiz.

Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease Quiz
Thirty years ago, few people had heard of Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease (CJD). Today, it has made the
news, mostly from its possible association with "mad cow disease." To help make sense of this
puzzling disease, take this quiz.

Crime and Older Adults Quiz
What do you know about crime against the elderly, and how to prevent it?

Cycling Quiz
You've been vowing to get more exercise, so why not pump up the tires and head out on your
bike? Better yet, get the family out with you, and everyone benefits.

Cystic Fibrosis Quiz
Cystic fibrosis (CF) is an inherited, often fatal disease of the body's mucus glands. It affects about
30,000 children and young adults in the United States, most of them descendants of people from
northern Europe. Find out more about CF by taking this quiz.


Depression Quiz
Answer this one: Depression peaks at certain life stages. People in which group are likely to
experience it most often?

Diabetes Quiz
More than 18 million Americans have been diagnosed with diabetes and more than 5 million more
have diabetes but don't realize it, according to the CDC. Yet diabetes is the sixth leading cause of
death in the United States.

Diabetes: Test Your Knowledge
Early management and control of diabetes will help avoid complications that may arise later. This
multiple-choice quiz will help you with important answers now.

Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy Quiz
Peripheral neuropathy is a term that refers to temporary or permanent damage to the peripheral
nerves - the nerves that carry information to and from the brain and spinal cord to the rest of the
body. This damage is one of the most common complications of diabetes.

Dialysis Quiz
The kidney's main job is to get rid of excess fluid and waste material in your blood. A person with
kidney failure needs dialysis or a kidney transplant to survive. Learn more about dialysis by taking
this quiz.

Diarrhea Quiz
Anyone can get diarrhea. In fact, the typical American adult experiences diarrhea about four times
a year. Most cases of diarrhea last a day or two and need no treatment. Find out more about this
common digestive problem by taking this quiz.

Diet Quiz
At any given time, millions of people in the U.S. are trying to lose weight. They spend billions of
dollars each year on weight-loss products and services. Learn more about diets and weight loss by
taking this quiz.

Dietary Fiber Quiz
You hear a lot about fiber and why you need it. But what is it? Learn more about this important
part of your diet by taking this quiz.

Dietary Guidelines Quiz
Find out how much you know about the newest dietary guidelines and how they differ from the old
food pyramid.

Dietary Supplement Quiz
Many Americans take vitamins, minerals, or other dietary supplements every day without knowing
enough to ensure optimum results.

Digestive System Quiz
What happens to that cheeseburger and fries you had for lunch? During the digestive process,
food is converted into energy that's used by your body. Take this quiz to see how much you know
about how digestion works.

Disease Prevention Quiz
Answer this one: Which is the most important hygiene habit to teach young children? Learn the
answer to this and other prevention questions by taking this multiple choice quiz.

Doctor-Patient Communication Quiz
Your doctor can't give you the best care if you don't say what's really going on. This true-false
quiz will help you prepare for your next visit.

Drinking Water Quiz
When you're thirsty for a drink of water, you probably turn on the tap, or open a container of
bottled water. You may take for granted the quality of the water you drink. but water safety can
vary from place to place. Find out more about drinking water by taking this quiz, based on
information from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.

Drug Abuse Quiz
Drug abuse and addiction can break apart families, ruin personal relationships, and make it difficult
to keep a job.

Drug Interaction Quiz
True or false: A drug-alcohol interaction can lead to extreme drowsiness and other effects. Do you
know the answer to this and other questions about drug interaction?

Drugs and Pregnancy Quiz
During pregnancy, is it OK to take an aspirin for that headache or a sleeping pill when you're
tossing and turning at night? Take this quiz to get the answers on different types of drugs and if
they may have harmful effects on your unborn child.

E. Coli Illness Quiz
As a source of foodborne illness, E. coli bacteria can be deadly. But aren't E. coli also regular
residents of our intestines? When do E. coli become the "bad guys"? To learn more about this

common bacterium, take the following quiz.

Ear Infection Quiz
Infections of the middle ear, called otitis media, seem to be a common badge of childhood.
Seventy-five percent of children experience at least one episode of otitis media by their birthday.
How much do you know about this illness?

Ear, Nose, and Throat Quiz
Ear, nose, and throat problems affect both children and adults. Knowing how to prevent them and
how to treat them if they occur can help you stay healthy. See what you know about the ears,
nose, and throat by taking this true-false quiz.

Eating Disorders Quiz
Many of us turn to dieting to shed a few extra pounds, but for some people, dieting becomes an
obsession that turns into an eating disorder. This quiz provides helpful information on eating
disorders.

Emphysema Quiz
The main symptom of emphysema is shortness of breath, which is caused by permanent damage
to the small air sacs and small airways in the lungs.

Erectile Dysfunction Quiz
Learn more about impotence by taking this multiple-choice quiz.

Eye Quiz
Don't sit too close to the TV. Don't watch TV without a light on in the room. Don't use over-the-

counter eyedrops. Are these statements true? Find out by taking the following quiz.

Eyesight Quiz
Which habits can harm your vision? Learn about them by taking this quiz.

Fats in Foods Quiz
How much do you really know about those fat globules lurking in your food? Take this quiz and
find out.

Fats Quiz
Fats are important to your diet, as are carbohydrates and proteins. Certain types of fats are better
for you than others and eating too much of any kind of fat can pack on the pounds.

Fever Quiz
Fever seems to serve a helpful function in the body. See how much you know about fever by
taking this quiz.

Fiber Quiz
How much fiber should you consume? Is there more than one kind of fiber? What foods contain
fiber? Test your knowledge about fiber by taking the Fiber Quiz.

Fibromyalgia Quiz
Fibromyalgia affects millions of Americans, according to the American College of Rheumatology.
Women of childbearing age are most likely to suffer from fibromyalgia, but it can affect men and
children, as well.


Fire Prevention Quiz
True or false: What percentage of people have a fire escape plan for their home? Learn the
answers to important fire prevention questions by taking this quiz.

First Aid/Emergency Quiz
Answer this one: In which situation(s) should you call an ambulance instead of driving to the
hospital emergency department?

Flu Quiz
Take a look at the influenza virus under a microscope, and you'll see a funny-looking spiked ball.
But if you've ever been flat on your back with the flu, you know there's nothing funny about this
highly contagious virus. Test your savvy by taking this quiz.

Food Allergy Quiz
Do you or does someone in your family have a food allergy? Take this quiz and learn how to better
cope with this condition.

Food Poisoning Quiz
True or false: Perishable foods should not be left at room temperature longer than two hours.

Food Quiz
Answer this one: Which ethnic food offers healthy, low-fat choices?

Food Safety Quiz
Each year, millions of Americans become ill from foodborne illnesses and thousands die. To help
prevent foodborne illness, you can take steps to ensure the safety of the food you eat. To learn

more about food safety, take this quiz.

Foot Health Quiz
Most people would agree that it's no small problem when their feet ache. Yet foot problems and
chronic pain often go ignored. Learning about foot care can help you recognize when to see a
doctor for treatment.

Genital Herpes Quiz
Answer this one: Besides the genital area and the mouth, where else can HSV sores occasionally
appear?

Germs Quiz
Germs: We find them everywhere- or they find us. It seems we can't avoid them. We spend a lot of
time worrying about picking them up, sharing them, and losing them. But what do we really know
about germs? Take this quiz to find out.

Glaucoma Quiz
Answer this one: In most forms of glaucoma, what damages the optic nerve?

Gout Quiz
True or false: Men are more likely than women to contract gout?

Growth Plate Quiz
True or false: The growth plate most often fractured is in the ankle? Learn the answers to
important questions about the growth plate by taking this quiz.


Halloween Safety Quiz
Halloween can be full of fun and excitement for youngsters, but it-��s also a time for trick-or-
treaters to be careful. Take this quiz to learn more about this popular holiday and how to make
sure your family's celebration is safe this year.

Hantavirus Quiz
First identified in the early 1990s in the desert Southwest, the hantavirus has been reported in
more than 30 states. Learn more about the virus and hantavirus pulmonary syndrome by taking
this quiz.

Hazardous Materials in the Home Quiz
Bleach, ant killer, and gasoline are poisons commonly found in the home. But plenty of other toxic
or hazardous chemicals fill our shelves and cupboards, and some of them may surprise you.
Hairspray, for instance, is highly flammable. Learn more about these chemicals by taking this quiz.

Head Lice Quiz
True or false: Head lice travel from one person's head to another's by jumping. Check out this and
other answers to true-false questions about head lice.

Headaches Quiz
When you get a headache, it's not the bones of the skull or the brain itself that's hurting. The pain
comes from pain-sensitive nerves located near the muscles and blood vessels of the face, neck
and scalp. Find out more about headaches by taking this quiz.

Healthy Pregnancy Quiz
Test your knowledge of which behaviors are most helpful and harmful to your developing baby.


Healthy Snacks Quiz
Don't feel guilty about snacking! Eating small, frequent meals can help you control your weight and
stay fueled throughout the day. Just make sure your snacks-and those you serve your kids-are
nutritious.

Healthy Teeth Quiz
True or false: Brushing your teeth with an up-and-down or side-to-side motion cleans your teeth
most effectively.

Hearing Quiz
Our world is filled with devices that make sound. But when someone is exposed to harmful
sounds, the inner ear can be damaged.

Heart Disease Prevention Quiz
Answer this one: Why is lack of regular exercise a major risk factor for heart disease?

Heart Disease Risk Quiz
Knowing what causes heart disease and how you can prevent it can help you live a healthier,
longer life.

Heart Health Quiz
Heart-attack deaths have fallen 60 percent in four decades. Still, millions of Americans suffer from
cardiovascular diseases linked with heart attacks and strokes.

Heart Quiz for Women Only
As a woman, do you know what your risk is for developing heart disease? You might be surprised.

Take this quiz, based on information from the American Heart Association, and see how much you
know about heart disease in women.

Heat Stroke Quiz
True or false: Heat-related illness is only a concern if the temperature reaches 100 degrees F.

Hemoglobin A1c Quiz
If you have diabetes, you should know about the importance of hemoglobin A1c. Test your
knowledge of hemoglobin A1c by taking this quiz.

Hepatitis Quiz
Viral hepatitis comes in several forms, and all of them can make you very sick. Some forms of the
virus can be eliminated from the body, but other forms remain for a lifetime. Take this quiz to test
your knowledge of hepatitis.

Herb and Spice Quiz
True or false: When I use herbs and spices, I don-��t need to worry about following strict rules
about combining certain herbs and spices with certain foods.

HIV/AIDS and Seniors Quiz
Twenty-five percent of all people in the United States with AIDS are age 50 or older. Find out more
about AIDS and older adults by taking this quiz.

HIV/AIDS Quiz
More than 1.1 million Americans are infected with HIV, the virus that causes AIDS. Find out more
about HIV and AIDS by taking this quiz.

Household Poisons Quiz
Hair spray, antifreeze, house paint. These and other common items found in any home are useful
products when used correctly. In the wrong hands, however, they can be deadly.

How Much Do You Know About Anemia?
Anemia is a condition in which the body doesn't have enough healthy red blood cells.

Huntington's Disease Quiz
It has been more than 40 years since singer/songwriter Woody Guthrie died of Huntington's
Disease. He had been misdiagnosed for years-he'd even been labeled an alcoholic. Since that time,
much as been learned about HD.

Hypothermia Quiz
True or false: Shivering is one way the body produces heat.

Immunization Quiz
We can fight off an infectious disease in one of two ways, by catching and surviving the disease or
by getting a vaccine, which prevents us from catching it.

Impotence Quiz
Find out how much you know about the causes and treatment of impotence.

Infant Immunization Quiz
A pregnant woman passes antibodies to her unborn baby through the placenta to protect against
certain diseases. How long does this natural immunity last?


Inhalant Abuse Quiz
A surprisingly large number of American teenagers experiment with intoxicating inhalants,
resulting in an untold number of deaths. Find out more about inhalant abuse by taking this quiz.

International Travel Quiz
Answer this one: How far in advance of your overseas trip should you visit your doctor for
vaccinations?

Juvenile Arthritis Quiz
Arthritis is usually thought of as a disease that occurs later in life, but one child in every thousand
develops a juvenile form of this illness. Take this quiz to learn more.

Kidney Health Quiz
Answer this one: How much blood do your kidneys filter daily?

Kidney Stones Quiz
Kidney stones are one of the most common problems of the urinary tract-and one of the most
painful disorders, period. How much do you know about kidney stones? Try your hand at the
following quiz.

Knee Care Quiz
Learning how to prevent knee injuries and treating them if they occur can help you stay active at
work and play.

Late-Life Depression Quiz
Older adults often suffer from depression needlessly because they fail to recognize its signs or are

reluctant to talk with their doctor about it.

Lead Safety Quiz
True or false: The most serious effects of lead exposure in children are vomiting and weight loss?
Learn the answer by taking the Lead Safety Quiz.

Leukemia Quiz
Leukemia is a cancer of the bone marrow and blood. It is characterized by the uncontrolled
production of white blood cells.

Lips Quiz
Lips are for ... talking and smooching and eating. Yes, they're important, but do you know how to
take good care of your lips? Take this quiz to find out.

Longevity Quiz
Americans are living longer than ever; by the middle of this century 600,000 of us will be
centenarians. If you want to live longer and stay healthy longer, take this quiz from the Mayo Clinic
to see how much you know.

Long-Term Care Planning Quiz
People who need long-term care include those with a chronic illness or a physical handicap.

Low Blood Pressure Quiz
True or false: Antidepressants may cause low blood pressure?

Lupus Quiz

Lupus is an autoimmune disorder that can range from mild to severe. It affects more than 1 million
Americans, most of whom are women. Find out more about this autoimmune disease by taking the
following quiz.

Male Pattern Baldness
Some men cope with their inevitable loss of hair by wearing a cap most of the time. Some don an
artificial hairpiece to cover their loss. Still others shave their whole head. There's more to know
about baldness than toupees, though. Learn more by taking this quiz.

Mammogram Quiz
Answer this one: Although mammograms can identify tumors at a very early stage, the tumors may
have been growing for how long by the time they show up on the X-ray?

Marijuana Quiz
Knowing about marijuana can help you recognize its use in others, so you can encourage them to
seek treatment. Marijuana contains the flowers, stems, seeds, and leaves of the hemp plant
Cannabis sativa. To learn more about marijuana, take this quiz.

Medication Safety Quiz
Learn how to better manage your medications by taking this quiz.

Melanoma Quiz
Melanoma is a type of skin cancer. What increases your risk? What can you do to prevent it?

Memory Quiz
To keep your memory sharp, it's helpful to understand factors that affect memory for better or for

worse.

Meningitis Quiz
Meningitis is an infection of the membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord. Both viruses
and bacteria cause meningitis. Bacterial meningitis can be life-threatening; viral meningitis seldom
is. Learn more about bacterial meningitis through this quiz.

Menopause Quiz
Answer this one: A woman is considered to have begun menopause after she has missed how
many menstrual cycles?

Mercury in Fish Quiz
Answer this one: Mercury in its elemental form is relatively nontoxic. In the environment, however,
the elemental form of mercury is transformed into an organic form, which is easily absorbed by
living things. This organic form, which builds up in the body, is called what?

Migraine Headaches Quiz
Many households in the United States have someone who suffers from migraine headaches. Take
this quiz to test your knowledge of migraines.

Miracle Diet Quiz
Dieting is temporary when it comes to losing weight. To keep weight off you actually have to
change your lifestyle. Why is it so hard? For one thing, we may not know as much as we think.
Take our quiz to test your knowledge.

Mold Allergy Quiz

Molds are microscopic fungi that live on plant and animal matter. They're everywhere in our
environment. Learn about mold allergy by taking this multiple-choice quiz.

Multiple Births Quiz
Today, more women than ever before are giving birth to multiples. What explains the increase in
through the past decade? Take this quiz to find out.

Multiple Sclerosis Quiz
Multiple sclerosis is a disease of the central nervous system, the brain and spinal cord. Its
symptoms can range from benign to severe. Find out more about this mysterious illness by taking
this quiz.

Nervous System Quiz
The nervous system is responsible for our thoughts, our emotions and our movements. The brain,
nerves and spinal cord are all members of this important process. How much do you know about
the nervous system? Do you know what happens when the system malfunctions? Find out by
taking this multiple-choice quiz.

New Year's Quiz
Happy New Year! It's time to look ahead to the next 12 months and see what you can do to
maintain or improve your health. Do you need to lose weight? Quit smoking? Start exercising?

Nicotine Quiz
Nicotine, one of the main chemicals in tobacco, is the primary reason that smoking is so addictive.
Even though most smokers know that smoking is bad for them, they find it difficult to quit because
of the nicotine's effect.


Nicotine-Replacement Therapy Quiz
Here is the latest information about nicotine replacements, inhaler therapy, and other aids that can
help you stop smoking.

Night Shift Quiz
If you work the night shift, you face unique health and productivity challenges. Many night workers
have difficulty falling asleep during the day and staying awake at night.

Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma Quiz
Lymphomas are a type of cancer that affects the lymphatic system. Learn more about non-Hodgkin
lymphoma (NHL) by taking this true-false quiz.

Nutrition and Cancer Quiz
True or false: Studies suggest that people who consume lots of antioxidants (vitamin C, vitamin A,
and carotenoids) from food sources have a lower cancer risk.

Nutrition Quiz for Seniors
Eating a healthy diet is essential for people of every age. But as you age, doing so is especially
important. To assess how much you know about good nutrition, take this quiz.

Obesity Basics: What Is It? How Is It Treated?
There is an epidemic of obesity in this country, health experts say. But what is obesity? How is it
measured?

Older, Wiser, Wider?
Getting older doesn't have to mean getting wider, the experts say. The first step in the fight

against flab is knowing your opponent. Take the following quiz to find out how well armed you are.

Organic Foods Quiz
Organic ingredients are grown and processed without artificial additives and used in a wide variety
of products. Find out more about organic foods by taking this quiz.

Osteoarthritis Quiz
Learn more about osteoarthritis, the most common type of arthritis, by taking this quiz.

Osteoporosis Quiz
Osteoporosis is a disease that thins and weakens a person's bones, making them less dense and
more fragile.

OTC Pain Reliever Quiz
True or false: If the regular dose of OTC pain reliever doesn't relieve your pain, it's safe to take
more.

Overactive Bladder Quiz
Overactive bladder is a major health problem that can have a seriously debilitating effect on nearly
every part of daily living. It can cause isolation, depression, guilt, denial, fatigue from
sleeplessness, work absenteeism, and problems with relationships.

Over-the-Counter Medication Quiz
Just because a drug is available without a prescription doesn't mean it's safe to take. Take this
quiz and learn the ins and outs of OTC medicines.


Paget's Disease Quiz
Paget's disease is an illness of the bones, usually causing them to become enlarged and deformed.
Worldwide, it is the second most common bone disease, after osteoporosis. It is named after Sir
James Paget, who first diagnosed the disease in 1877. Learn more about Paget's disease by taking
this quiz.

Pain Quiz
What's the most sensitive part of your body? Are women less sensitive to pain than men? Does
everyone feel pain? Get answers to these and other questions by taking the pain quiz.

Parkinson's Disease Quiz
This illness has existed for thousands of years. Learn more about Parkinson's disease by taking
this quiz.

Pet Diseases Quiz
Dogs and cats and birds and hamsters. Snakes and guinea pigs and turtles. The family pet can be
a source of joy and companionship, no matter what kind of animal it is. Sometimes, however, your
favorite animal can be a source of illness. Learn more about pets and disease by taking this
multiple-choice quiz.

Pinworms Quiz
Where are pinworms primarily found in the body? Get the answer to this and other questions
concerning pinworms when you complete the multiple choice quiz.

PMS Quiz
Answer this one: How many symptoms have been tied to PMS? If you guessed more than 100,
you're right.

Pneumonia Vaccine Quiz
Bacterial pneumonia kills thousands of older Americans each year. Yet there is a vaccine that
offers protection against this deadly illness. How much do you know about pneumonia and the
vaccine?

Poison Ivy Quiz
It's fun to take a hike through the woods: listening for songbirds, looking at wildflowers, spying the
occasional chipmunk. You also need to keep an eye out for the bane of hikers-poison ivy. Find out
how much you know about this annoying plant by taking this true-false quiz.

Poison Prevention Quiz
Sixty percent of all poisonings occur to children under age 6. Poisons can be solids, liquids,
sprays, or gases. Learn more about accidental poisonings by taking this quiz.

Poisonous Houseplants Quiz
Houseplants help keep your indoor air clean, make a dramatic statement in your interior design,
and provide a sense of well-being around the house. But some plants can poison children or pets.

Prediabetes Quiz
Take this quiz to find out how to decrease your risk of developing diabetes.

Prescription Drugs Quiz
Prescription drugs can work wonders when they are taken as they should be. But what happens
when you miss a dose? Or when you want to take an over-the-counter medication along with your
prescription? See if you know the answers to these and other questions by taking this quiz.

Prostate Health Quiz
This true/false quiz will help you build your knowledge of steps you can take to prevent prostate
cancer.

Psoriasis Quiz
Psoriasis is a chronic skin disease that affects millions of Americans. Although it can affect people
of any age, it occurs mostly in young adults. Find out more about this disease by taking this quiz,
based on information from the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal Diseases, the
American Academy of Dermatology, and the National Psoriasis Foundation.

Quitting Smoking Quiz
No matter what your age, or how long you have smoked, giving up cigarettes is the ticket to a
longer life. Find out more about the benefits of quitting by taking this quiz.

Rabies Quiz
The vast majority of rabies cases reported to the CDC each year occur in wild animals like
raccoons, skunks, bats, and foxes.

Radon Gas Quiz
Radon is a gas that you can't see or smell, but is present in nearly all the air around us. Everyone
breathes in radon every day, usually at low levels. People who inhale high levels of radon are at
increased risk for developing lung cancer. Radon is a problem in homes in which higher
concentrations collect. Find out more about radon by taking this quiz.

Raynaud's Phenomenon Quiz
True or false: If you have Raynaud's phenomenon, you will know it because of the pain in your

fingers and toes.

Repetitive-Stress Injuries Quiz
Repetitive-stress injuries (RSIs) can be painful and debilitating, causing damage to tendons,
ligaments, nerves, and muscles over time. Also called repetitive motion syndromes, RSIs can affect
almost any part of the body. Test your knowledge of RSIs by taking this multiple-choice quiz.

Reproductive Cancers Quiz
Cancer can strike any part of the reproductive system, but research has led to better diagnoses,
treatments, and a lower chance of death for many of these cancers.

Reye's Syndrome Quiz
Answer this one: Which part of the body is affected the most by Reye's syndrome? Learn about
Reye's syndrome by taking this quiz.

Rheumatoid Arthritis Quiz
Rheumatoid arthritis is a disease that causes pain, swelling, and destruction of the joints.

Rosacea Quiz
Approximately 14 million people in the United States have rosacea. It most often affects adults
between the ages of 30 and 60. Rosacea is more common in women, but more severe in men. Find
out more about rosacea by taking this quiz.

Scoliosis Quiz
True or false: In most cases of scoliosis, doctors cannot determine the cause.


Seasonal Affective Disorder Quiz
If you notice periods of depression that seem to accompany seasonal changes during the year,
you may suffer from seasonal affective disorder (SAD).

Seasonal Allergy Quiz
As the blooms and blossoms of spring spill out across gardens and yards, pollens and mold
spores are also on the move. For people with seasonal allergies, spring can be a time of sniffles
and sneezes. Find out more about seasonal allergies by taking this quiz.

Seizure Quiz
A seizure is an uncontrolled electrical discharge from brain cells that causes mental or physical
symptoms. Epilepsy is a group of chronic conditions in which a person has unprovoked recurring
seizures. Find out more about epilepsy and seizures by taking this quiz.

Senior Fitness Quiz
You don't have to be reminded about the aging process. It's inevitable. But just because you're
over 50 doesn't mean you can't be fit. Learn more about senior fitness by taking this quiz.

Senior Oral Health Quiz
"Pack up your troubles in your old kit-bag," the old song goes, "and smile, smile, smile." But older
adults may not be ready to offer a toothy grin if they don't get regular dental checkups. Your teeth
are important, no matter what your age. Find out how much you know about teeth by taking this
quiz.

Sexually Transmitted Disease Quiz
Answer this one: Which is the most common bacterial STD?


Shingles Quiz
The first sign of shingles is often burning or tingling pain, or sometimes numbness, in or under the
skin. You may also feel ill with fever, chills, headache, or upset stomach.

Shoulder Quiz
A dislocation and a torn rotator cuff are just two things that can go wrong with the shoulder. Can
you think of others? Find out how much you know about shoulders by taking this quiz, based on
information from the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases.

Sickle Cell Disease Quiz
Red blood cells are usually doughnut-shaped. In a person with sickle cell anemia, the red blood
cells are shaped like a C--like a sickle.

Sleep Apnea Quiz
When your sleep is upset throughout the night, you can be very sleepy during the day. Maybe you
have sleep apnea.

Sleep Quiz
A good night's sleep-��everyone needs it, but not everyone gets it. We stay up late and get up
early, and then wonder why we always feel tired. Why is sleep important? See how much you know
about snoozing by taking this quiz.

Sleep: Test Your Knowledge
Why is sleep important? See how much you know about snoozing by taking this quiz.

Smallpox Quiz

Smallpox was once found throughout the world, causing illness and death wherever it occurred.

Smokeless Tobacco Quiz
The health consequences of using smokeless tobacco include increased heart rate, high blood
pressure, irregular heartbeat, and mouth sores.

Smoking and Pregnancy Quiz
Do you know the health risks of smoking? Avoiding them can help you have a healthy pregnancy
and baby.

Snakebite Quiz
They fascinate. They repel. Some pose a danger. Most are harmless. And whether they are seen as
scary creatures or colorful curiosities, snakes play important environmental roles in the fragile
ecosystems of the nation's wildlife areas.

Snow Sports Safety Quiz
Each year, thousands of skiers and snowboard enthusiasts are injured, some seriously. Learn
more about snow sports injuries and how to prevent them by taking this quiz.

Spine Health Quiz
Back pain is one of the most common nerve-related illnesses in the United States. Keeping your
spine in good health is one way to avoid back pain. Learn more about your spine and back pain by
taking this quiz.

Sports Eye Safety Quiz
You have your kneepads and your helmet. Or your faceguard and your gloves. Before you walk

onto the playing field, don't forget to protect your eyes.

Sprains and Strains Quiz
Sprain? Strain? The terms for these injuries sound so similar, what's the difference? Find out by
taking this quiz.

Stinging Insects Quiz
Picnics and barbecues and pottering in the garden are some of the delights of summer. For some
people, though, these pleasant pastimes are ruined by a fear of bees and wasps and other things
that sting. Should you worry? Find out by taking this true-false quiz.

Streptococcal Infections Quiz
Answer this one: If you have a streptococcal infection, what is a good way to prevent its spread?

Stress Quiz
Stress is a fact of life for most of us. Too much stress can have harmful effects on the body, mind,
and emotions. Learn more about stress and its effects by taking this quiz.

Stroke Quiz
Stroke is the third-leading cause of death in this country and a leading cause of disability.

Stroke: Test Your Knowledge
True or false: There's no way of predicting if or when someone will have a stroke.

Stuttering Quiz
True or false: Stuttering affects four times as many males as females.

Summer Sun Exposure Quiz
Hot weather, clear skies, and extra leisure time in the summer mean that many people spend hours
in the sun. Lengthy sun exposure can raise the risk for skin cancer if you don't take steps to
protect yourself.

Swimming Quiz
Water workouts are easier on joints because of water's buoyancy. By how much does water
reduce the body's weight?

Taste and Smell Quiz
Smell and taste problems can have a big impact on our lives. Because these senses contribute
substantially to our enjoyment of life, our desire to eat, and be social, smell and taste disorders
can be serious.

Tattoos and Body Piercing Quiz
Tattooing has been performed as a decorative practice since ancient times. It is now also being
used for some cosmetic medical procedures and for permanent make-up applications.

Teen Health Quiz
Take this multiple-choice quiz to answer your questions about teen health. Example: Routine
physical examinations should be done how often during the teen years?

Teen Immunization Quiz
Thanks to vaccines, most U.S. children are protected against serious diseases such as measles,
mumps, diphtheria, polio, and chickenpox. But what happens to that protection in adolescence?


Tetanus Quiz
Tetanus, or lockjaw, is an infection that affects the nervous system. Most children are immunized
against it, but that immunity wears off with time. Adults need a booster shot to maintain their
immunity.

The Activity Quiz
Ready to start exercising, but don't know where to start? This quiz from the AARP can get you off
on the right foot.

Thyroid Quiz
The thyroid is a gland that controls key functions of your body. Disease of the thyroid gland can
affect nearly every organ in your body and harm your health.

Toilet Training Quiz
Answer this one: Which behaviors indicate that your child may be ready to learn to use the toilet?
Learn the answer to this and other questions by taking this multiple choice quiz.

Tonsils and Adenoids Quiz
Answer this one: Tonsils are located on the back of the throat. Where are the adenoids located?
Take the multiple choice quiz.

Trans Fat Facts and Fiction
Think all fats are alike? Think again. Take this quiz to learn about trans fats and their impact on
your health.

Tuberculosis Quiz

Answer this one: How do you get TB?

Urinary Incontinence Quiz
Learning about incontinence can give you the courage and understanding needed to bring the
subject up with your health care provider.

Urinary Tract Quiz
Your urinary tract includes the organs that collect and store urine and release it from your body.
They are the kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra.

Vision Quiz
Answer this one: When should children have their first eye exam?

Vitamins Quiz
Sometimes it's hard to keep your vitamin facts straight. How much vitamin A do you need? What's
the best source of Vitamin C? Here's a quiz that offers a chance to learn something different about
vitamins.

Vocal Cords Quiz
Answer this one: Lawyers and teachers are particularly susceptible to vocal abuse and misuse
problems.

Water Safety Quiz
Hundreds of people drown each year in the U.S., including those who die in boating accidents and
in swimming pools. Summertime is a prime time for water-related injuries.


Weather and Your Health Quiz
The weather has more to do with your health than you might realize. Learn more about the weather
and you by taking this quiz.

Weight-Training Safety Quiz
Many Americans are starting weight-training (or resistance-training) programs to improve their
health and fitness. The following quiz can help you determine if you know enough about strength
training to start a program yourself.

Weighty Questions
Answer this one: An overweight person with high blood pressure should pay more attention to a
low-sodium diet than to weight reduction.

West Nile Virus Quiz
Answer this one: West Nile virus belongs to a group of viruses known as flaviviruses. How are
these viruses spread?

What Do You Know About Cataracts?
Cataracts are a common eye problem among older adults.

What Do You Know About Holiday Sweets and Treats?
If you want to eat healthy, is it necessary to cut out all those tempting treats and snacks? Take
this quiz to find out.

What Do You Know About Leukemia?
Leukemia is a cancer of the blood. A person with leukemia produces abnormal white blood cells

that grow out of control and crowd out the normal blood cells.

Workplace Interruptions Quiz
Chances are, workplace interruptions are robbing you of time and the ability to concentrate on
important tasks.

Wound Smarts Quiz
True or false: A wound heals most quickly when exposed to air or when you put heat on it.

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