Eliseo Pérez-Stable, MD, director of the National Institute on Minority Health and Health Disparities, talks about health disparities and how his studies aim to improve interventions in clinical settings and across communities.
A data scientist who has accurately predicted COVID waves since the beginning of the pandemic warns that a surge is on the horizon.
Losing your hearing, or learning a loved one is, can bring about a range of uncomfortable emotions. Here's how you can deal with this tough transition.
Safe sex is important at any age, but there are some issues that may be more common after 50.
The meaning of gender-affirming care for young people, and what it looks like on the ground, isn’t always clear. The cloud of politics surrounding it has obscured the medical reality of how and when trans youth can get the treatments they seek.
What to expect at the doctor’s office, hospitals, and long-term care facilities, the future of telemedicine, and how to get the best care during COVID-19.
The surgery, known as RK, was considered a successful tool for correcting vision. But in recent years, many of these patients who went on to have cataract surgery are having major post-surgery complications.
Strategies for getting ready to be at your best each morning
When do you need to step up from a topical treatment to one that clears skin body-wide? Learn how your dermatologist will make the decision.
There's a lot of confusion about the purpose of genomic tests. Find out how to separate fact from fiction.
If TikTok goes dark, it could render unavailable the work of those who have made the site a go-to for expert- and user-generated videos on topics that cover the spectrum of consumer health.
FDA-approved biologics for chronic spontaneous urticaria (CSU), or chronic hives: See who they’re right for, when to try them, cost, and insurance issues.
When chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) reaches its advanced stages, it can be stressful and exhausting. But you don’t have to go it alone.
Are you looking for a clinical trial to help treat your chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL)? Find out what you need to know before you sign up.
Many female athletes struggle with body image, and it can put their physical and mental health at risk.
Some people with deep-rooted beliefs on a wide range of health topics – from COVID vaccination to mental health stigma to foods including genetically modified organisms – could be persuaded to rethink their positions.
Common quit smoking fears are debunked by experts, who offer tips on how to face and overcome worries such as weight gain or becoming stressed out.
Almost half of all pregnancies in the U.S. are unplanned. Find out how this happens so often, from user error to irregular periods.
Biologics for rheumatoid arthritis can take a few months to work their best. Find out when you can expect a biologic drug for RA to start working.
Living with Crohn's disease means you need to be flexible in your daily routines. Learn one woman's tricks for living with Crohn's disease.
Nighttime coughs may affect your sleep quality. Learn tips for relief so you can get the rest you need for healing.
Female doctors-turned-patients share their insights about why women’s symptoms are so often dismissed – and how to fix it.
Emulsifiers don’t necessarily equal junk food. Such substances can be found in many foods that are often considered healthy, such as some low-fat Greek yogurts, trail mix bars, or oat milk.
New findings should bring comfort to pregnant people who need pain relief, given that full-dose aspirin and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs have been shown to pose serious risks to pregnant patients.
Parents and caregivers of children with ADHD share their advice on how to help manage symptoms, teach coping skills, and improve daily life.
A new diagnosis calls for an adjustment to your discipline strategy. Here’s what may work best for your child.
A new diagnosis can bring relief -- but also new worries. Here’s how to navigate them with your child.
S.A.R.A.H., which stands for Smart AI Resource Assistant for Health, uses Open AI’s GPT (generative pretrained transformer) large language model to answer a wide range of health questions.
The way you sleep – or don’t -- can be surprisingly impactful. The type of sleeper you are may profoundly influence the roadmap your health takes for a decade or longer. Here's what to know.
