Sleeve gastrectomy surgery

Dangerous A1C Levels and Risks

While there isn't one single A1C number that flips a switch from "safe" to "dangerous," levels significantly above the recommended target indicate poor blood sugar control and dramatically increase the risk of serious diabetes-related complications.

Chest press with dumbbell

The chest press with dumbbell exercise targets the chest muscles. See how it's done.

Twin to twin Transfusion Syndrome (TTTS)

Twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome (TTTS) is a rare condition that occurs only in identical twins while they are in the womb. This animation explains the syndrome and how it is corrected.

• Pregnancy

Stroke - secondary to cardiogenic embolism

This animation shows a piece of clot breaking away from the heart, travelling to the brain, resulting in a stroke.

• Stroke

Diabetes mellitus - retinal conditions

This animation depicts changes to the retina resulting from diabetes mellitus.

• Diabetes
• Vision