5 Questions to Ask at Your Next Physical
The right question can reveal a lot about your health. Your annual checkup is more important than you may think. Though acute concerns or ailments
6 Mono-Myths
Infectious mononucleosis (commonly called mono) affects about 1 out of every 2,000 people every year. But for a disease that common, misinformation abounds. Read on
Why Do Lonely People Die Younger?
It’s a scientific fact that points to a definite mind-body connection. Loneliness has become a public health epidemic, according to former U.S. Surgeon General Vivek
Tired All the Time? This Could Be Why
If you can’t seem to shake the sluggishness, you may have one of these medical conditions. In our busy modern world, a common complaint doctors
The Pros and Cons of Antibiotics
When it comes to antibiotics, can too much of a good thing be harmful? Antibiotics are powerful drugs that help our bodies ward off diseases
Should I Take Yoga or Pilates?
Yoga and Pilates are often confused, but actually, they are two different exercise techniques, and each offers different benefits. If you’re looking to start an
Chickenpox, shingles and vaccines: Expert shares what you need to know
Chickenpox and shingles generally won’t kill you, but for some adults, they could result in a trip to the hospital. So with a new shingles
Where Patients Get Prescription Opioids: It’s Not Where You Might Think
Legislatures and hospitals around the country have tightened emergency room prescribing guidelines for opioids to curb the addiction epidemic, but a new USC study shows
How Opioid Abuse Can Lead to Heroin Use and Hepatitis C Epidemics
Heroin is worse than other drugs because people inject it sooner, potentially resulting in increased risk of injection-related epidemics such as hepatitis C and HIV,