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Understanding Your Health Insurance Benefits Under the Affordable Care Act (ACA)

September 10, 2024

Under the Affordable Care Act, all Americans are now required to carry health insurance. If you don't have coverage through your employer or another source, you can [...]

• Reproductive Health

• Healthy Living
• Treatments and Prevention

When Is the Best Time to Get Your Annual Flu Shot?

September 8, 2024

Getting your annual flu shot is one of the most effective ways to protect yourself against influenza. While it's always better to get vaccinated than to skip it [...]

• Infectious Diseases

• Healthy Living
• Men's Health
• Nutrition and Fitness

Essential Preparation for Medical Emergencies: A Guide for Seniors

September 6, 2024

As we age, it becomes increasingly important to be prepared for medical emergencies. According to the CDC, about half of all adults ages 65 or older visited an emergency [...]

• First Aid
• Pain Management

• Men's Health
• Women's Health

How to Talk to Your Doctor About LGBTQ+ Health: A Guide for Patients

September 4, 2024

Talking about personal topics like sexual orientation and gender identity with your doctor can feel uncomfortable, but it's important for getting the best possible [...]

• Mental Health
• Reproductive Health

• Diseases and Conditions
• Treatments and Prevention

3 Strategies to Lower Your Prescription Drug Costs

September 2, 2024

If you're one of the many adults taking multiple prescription medications, especially for heart disease prevention or treatment, you may be feeling the strain on your [...]

• Pain Management

• Symptoms and Diagnosis

Navigating Medically Unexplained Symptoms: A Guide to Finding Answers

August 31, 2024

If you've been experiencing persistent symptoms like fatigue, headaches, dizziness, or body aches without a clear diagnosis, you're not alone. Many people struggle [...]

• Mental Health
• Pain Management

• Diseases and Conditions
• Treatments and Prevention

Understanding C. Diff: How to Protect Your Family After a Hospital Stay

August 29, 2024

Clostridioides difficile, commonly known as C. diff, is a bacterium that can cause diarrhea and colitis. It is often found in people who have been hospitalized, even if they [...]

• Digestive Disorders

• Diseases and Conditions
• Symptoms and Diagnosis

Understanding Medical Jargon: A Guide for Patients

August 27, 2024

Doctors often use medical jargon, which can be confusing for patients. Understanding your doctor's language is crucial for ensuring proper treatment and follow-up care. [...]

• Infectious Diseases

• Diseases and Conditions
• Men's Health
• Treatments and Prevention

Should You Take Statins Over 75? A Guide to Cholesterol Medication for Seniors

August 25, 2024

If you're over 75, you may be wondering if you should start taking a statin medication to lower your cholesterol and reduce your risk of heart disease. While statins can [...]

• Heart Disease

• Healthy Living
• Symptoms and Diagnosis
• Treatments and Prevention

Empowering Patients: How Technology is Reshaping Doctor-Patient Interactions

August 23, 2024

In today's fast-paced world, a 30-minute annual check-up with your primary care doctor may seem insufficient to manage your overall health. However, technology is [...]

• Mental Health