Diseases and Conditions

When it comes to prescription medications, many people assume that brand-name drugs are the best option. However, the American College of Physicians (ACP) has recently [...]

When you need medical care, it's important to know what type of specialist can best help you. With so many different types of doctors and other healthcare professionals, [...]

When faced with a terminal illness, many individuals and their families are confronted with difficult decisions regarding their care. One option that has gained increasing [...]

Have you ever considered donating your body to science or granting science a temporary loan? Now is the perfect time to get involved in medical research. By participating in [...]

High blood pressure is a common health concern, affecting about half of U.S. adults. However, only a quarter of them have it under control. Many people rely solely on blood [...]

If you are one of the 17 million people insured by a Medicare Advantage plan, you may be surprised to receive an offer for a home visit. These visits, which are on the rise [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

Racism and discrimination have a significant impact on healthcare, leading to unequal treatment, health disparities, and poorer outcomes for minority patients. Despite the [...]

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 [...]