January 24, 2025
Visiting the emergency department (ED) can be a stressful and confusing experience, especially if you're not familiar with the process. As an emergency medicine doctor, [...]
January 22, 2025
It's important to talk with your loved ones about your values and wishes regarding health care, in case you become unable to make decisions for yourself in the future. [...]
January 20, 2025
When you're facing a medical issue that needs attention quickly, it's important to know your options for urgent care. In the past, your choices were limited to [...]
January 18, 2025
Hearing loss can have a significant impact on a person's quality of life, but the cost of hearing aids has long been a barrier for many. However, recent changes [...]
January 16, 2025
As a patient, you have the right to obtain copies of your medical records from doctors, hospitals, and health insurance plans. While this information is legally yours to [...]
January 14, 2025
Every day, new medical research findings are published, often with conflicting results. One day, eggs are good for your heart, and the next, they're not. It can be [...]
January 12, 2025
When it comes to seeking treatment for men's health issues, it's essential to be cautious of direct-to-consumer (DTC) clinics. A recent investigative study [...]
January 10, 2025
As you age, your healthcare needs may become more complex, and you may wonder if a geriatrician would be the best choice for your primary care physician. While a family [...]
January 8, 2025
A recent study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association has found that military veterans who participated in a home-based cardiac rehabilitation program had [...]
January 6, 2025
If you've recently visited your doctor for a routine check-up, you may have been surprised to find a new addition to the usual process: a depression screening [...]
January 4, 2025
When you need to undergo a non-emergency surgery or diagnostic procedure, selecting the right hospital or medical center for your needs is important. With a little research [...]
January 2, 2025
A recent study published in JAMA Internal Medicine has revealed that older patients admitted to the hospital have better outcomes when treated by female physicians compared [...]
December 31, 2024
Physical therapy and cardiac rehab can be as important as the procedures themselves. If you're undergoing physical therapy or cardiac rehab, you want to ensure that [...]
December 29, 2024
When it comes to medical services, it can be challenging to know how much you'll be paying until you receive the bill. Unlike other services, such as home repairs or [...]
December 27, 2024
It's important to have a living will and health care power of attorney in place, but it's equally crucial to store these documents properly so they can be accessed [...]
December 25, 2024
In the United States, a growing doctor shortage is making it increasingly difficult for patients to find a new primary care physician. This shortage is caused by various [...]
December 23, 2024
Racism and discrimination have a significant impact on healthcare, leading to unequal treatment, health disparities, and poorer outcomes for minority patients. Despite the [...]
December 21, 2024
It can be confusing and frustrating when medical recommendations, such as colon cancer screening guidelines, seem to change frequently. As a patient, you may wonder how to [...]
December 19, 2024
When you visit your health care provider, they take notes about your symptoms, physical examination, test results, diagnosis, and treatment plan. Until recently, accessing [...]
December 17, 2024
When it comes to your health care, it's essential to have a plan in place for situations where you may not be able to make decisions for yourself. This is where advance [...]
