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Do You Really Need to Fast Before a Blood Test?

To get the most accurate result possible, many blood tests require you to fast beforehand. Learn why fasting can be necessary for a blood test and how to prepare.

May 7th, 2025

When to Worry About Constipation

Sometimes, constipation resolves within a day or two, but other times, it can become a chronic problem. Understand when you need to be concerned about your constipation.

Apr 8th, 2025

6 Subtle Signs of Thyroid Problems

Thyroid problems can cause many wide-ranging symptoms that make life more difficult. Look out for these six subtle signs that could indicate you have thyroid problems.

Mar 11th, 2025

5 Foods to Eat (and Avoid) with Diabetes

Eating the right foods in ideal portions can help you manage your diabetes symptoms and live a whole life. Discover five foods to eat and five foods to avoid with diabetes.

Feb 10th, 2025

Make This the Year You Get Your Cholesterol Under Control

If your cholesterol is too high, it can lead to potentially serious health complications. Find out what you can do to get your cholesterol levels under control this year.

Jan 9th, 2025

This Busy Holiday Season, Get The Care You Need Without Leaving Your House with Home Visits

The holidays are a busy time, making getting to the doctor’s office harder. Home health and telehealth services make fitting in the care you need easier than ever. Here’s how you can benefit from home-based health care this holiday season.

Dec 2nd, 2024

Consider These Benefits of Working with a Medicare Provider

Older adults and some adults with disabilities qualify for the federal medical program Medicare. Discover what Medicare is and why you should work with a Medicare provider.

Nov 2nd, 2024

Lifestyle Changes That Help Alleviate Arthritis Pain

Arthritis pain can be debilitating and make it hard to go about your usual routine, but straightforward lifestyle changes help many people. The following lifestyle changes can alleviate your arthritis pain.

Oct 21st, 2024

Are Your Immunizations Up to Date?

In adulthood, you sometimes need to update old vaccines and get new immunizations to fight off disease and stay as healthy as possible. Keep reading to find out when you need to update immunizations as an adult.

Sep 20th, 2024

Comprehensive Senior Care: 5 Invaluable Benefits of Medication Management

When you enter your senior years, your medical needs can become more complex than when you were younger. Learn 5 important benefits seniors get from medication management.

Aug 13th, 2024

Skin Tags and Diabetes: What's the Connection?

If you have diabetes, it can affect your body in all kinds of unexpected ways. Read on to learn about the connection between skin tags and diabetes and what you can do.

Jul 23rd, 2024

5 Subtle Signs of an Underactive Thyroid in Women

If you’re a woman with hypothyroidism, it can be easy to attribute its symptoms to conditions like menopause, your menstrual cycle, or even stress. In women, these 5 subtle symptoms can indicate you have an underactive thyroid.

Jun 17th, 2024

Understanding How Uncontrolled Hypertension Affects Your Kidneys

Alongside the risk of heart damage, uncontrolled hypertension can hurt other organs. In recognition of World Hypertension Day on May 17, learn more about how uncontrolled hypertension harms your kidneys and what you can do.

May 15th, 2024

The Role of Insulin In Your Body

Insulin is one of the most important chemicals your body produces. Thanks to insulin, your body can complete many essential functions. Learn about the role of insulin in your body and treatment for insulin resistance.

Apr 8th, 2024

Here are the Key Differences Between HDL and LDL Cholesterol

Cholesterol testing helps you keep track of your cholesterol level so you can take steps to manage it. But to really understand your test results, you need to know the difference between HDL and LDL. Read on to learn the answer.

Mar 14th, 2024

What Happens If I Miss My Annual Physical?

There’s nothing better than having the peace of mind that you’re in good health and the tools to help you continue that way by attending an annual physical. Understand what happens if you miss your annual physical and what to do.

Feb 9th, 2024

5 Reasons to Move From In-Person to Telehealth Appointments

Attending a medical appointment doesn’t always mean driving to a medical office. You can attend many appointments virtually with a device that makes video calls. Here are five reasons to consider doing your next medical appointment over telehealth.

Jan 12th, 2024

When Should I Consider Telehealth for My Medical Needs?

With incredible technological advances, attending many medical appointments virtually through telehealth is possible. Find out when you should consider using telehealth services for your medical needs.

Dec 6th, 2023

I've Been Diagnosed with Prediabetes: Now What?

Before developing diabetes, you might first be diagnosed with prediabetes, which puts you at higher risk for diabetes. Find out more about prediabetes and what you can do if you’ve received this diagnosis.

Nov 2nd, 2023

Here's Why Hypertension is Called "The Silent Killer"

One of the most common diseases that’s difficult to spot is high blood pressure, or hypertension. Discover why hypertension is known as “The Silent Killer” and what you can do to fight it.

Oct 9th, 2023

Constipation Treatment and Prevention: How Can I Get More Fiber in My Diet?

Constipation is uncomfortable and can lead to complications. Luckily, for many people, constipation is an easily treatable problem fixed by adding more fiber to their diet. Learn how to get more fiber in your diet and stop constipation in its tracks.

Sep 1st, 2023

5 Reasons to Consider Geriatric Care

As an adult over the age of 65, your needs are likely to be different than when you were a younger adult. Geriatric care can help you meet your changing medical profile. Keep reading to learn five reasons you should consider geriatric care.

Aug 1st, 2023

How to Lower Your LDL ("Bad") Cholesterol

High cholesterol increases your risk is for developing potentially dangerous health conditions. Incredibly, lowering your bad, or LDL, cholesterol, isn’t as complicated as it seems. Here are the simple steps to lower your LDL cholesterol.

Jul 12th, 2023

5 Ways to Manage Your Cystic Fibrosis Symptoms

With the right care, you can expect to live a healthy and comfortable life with cystic fibrosis for many years to come. Understand five of the methods available to manage symptoms of cystic fibrosis.

Jun 1st, 2023

How to Plan Diabetes-Friendly Meals and Snacks

Eating a diabetes-friendly diet is one of the key ways to rebalance your health. By following these guidelines, you can learn to plan meals and snacks friendly to diabetes without getting overwhelmed.

May 1st, 2023

Is Your Lifestyle Fueling Your Diarrhea Symptoms?

Experiencing an episode of diarrhea is unpleasant, uncomfortable, and sometimes embarrassing. Sometimes recurring diarrhea can occur because of your lifestyle. Learn what lifestyle changes you can make to reduce your diarrhea symptoms.

Apr 1st, 2023

5 Smart Ways to Lower Your Risk for a Heart Attack

Heart disease, the condition that commonly leads to heart attacks, is America's top cause of death. Simple lifestyle changes can dramatically lower your odds of experiencing one. Take these 5 simple steps to reduce your risk of having a heart attack.

Mar 10th, 2023

Why You Shouldn't Skip Your Annual Physical

One of the best ways to know you’re healthy, and doing all the right things to stay that way, is by attending your annual physical exam. Here’s why prioritizing your annual physical every year is so crucial for your health.

Feb 8th, 2023

How to Manage Your Hyperthyroidism Symptoms

Have you been experiencing strange, difficult to diagnose symptoms like rapid heartbeat, tremors, and unexpected weight loss? You might have hyperthyroidism. Learn more about effectively managing your hyperthyroidism symptoms.

Jan 20th, 2023

Managing Depression in Your Golden Years

Older adulthood is often an enriching and rewarding time of your life, but new challenges can put you at risk of developing depression. Find out more about what depression can look like in your golden years and what you can do to manage it.

Dec 7th, 2022

7 Telltale Signs of Kidney Disease

If you have chronic kidney disease, looking out for the symptoms to get an early diagnosis is key to controlling your condition and preventing it from progressing further. Keep reading to find out about seven of the top signs of kidney disease.

Nov 3rd, 2022

How to Manage Cystic Fibrosis in Your 40s

People with cystic fibrosis are living longer and healthier lives, and when well managed, you can expect to live with cystic fibrosis into middle age - and beyond. This is what you can do to effectively manage cystic fibrosis in your 40s.

Oct 1st, 2022

5 Lifestyle Habits for Improving Your Cholesterol Levels

Although changing your cholesterol levels might sound intimidating, it’s surprisingly easy to lower them without medication. Discover the simple lifestyle changes you can make that improve your cholesterol levels.

Sep 1st, 2022

Why You Shouldn't Ignore Constipation

Nearly everyone has experienced constipation before, but if it becomes a regular occurrence, it can make it hard to go about your day and indicate further health problems. Find out more about why you should never ignore constipation.

Aug 1st, 2022

Tips for Eating Out When You Have Diabetes

Dining out can feel more difficult when you have diabetes; however, with the right planning, you can continue to enjoy dining out while remaining healthy. Use these tips to help you eat out successfully when you have diabetes.

Jul 12th, 2022

What No One Told You about Osteoarthritis

If you’ve received a diagnosis of osteoarthritis, you, like millions of Americans, have the most common form of arthritis in the country. Understand what you need to know about osteoarthritis to remain mobile and comfortable after your diagnosis.

Jun 1st, 2022

Lifestyle Adjustments to Help You Manage Crohn's Disease

Crohn's is a serious chronic condition that impacts your gastrointestinal tract and can reduce quality of life. The right medical care and lifestyle can help. Learn what lifestyle changes you can make that will help you manage your Crohn's disease.

May 1st, 2022

How Does Geriatric Care Differ From Regular Care?

Geriatric care is different from regular care in that it offers personalized, dedicated care that seniors need to enjoy a high quality of life in their golden years. These are some of the differences you can expect between geriatric and regular care.

Apr 1st, 2022

7 Dangerous Problems that are Linked to High Cholesterol

Often known as the silent killer, high cholesterol frequently comes with no symptoms. This can cause dangerous problems to develop without any warning. Here are 7 problems you could develop if you have high cholesterol long term.

Mar 1st, 2022

How Diabetes Can Affect Your Feet

A diagnosis of diabetes means you need to pay extra attention to and take special care of your feet to ensure they stay healthy. Discover the important link between diabetes and your feet, and what diabetics need to know about foot care.

Feb 1st, 2022

How Often Should I Schedule a Pap Test?

If you are a woman, you’re potentially at risk of developing cervical cancer. Thankfully, a pap test, a preventive health screening, detects cervical cancer at a very early stage. Find out when and how to get your potentially life-saving pap test.

Jan 1st, 2022

The Benefits of Geriatrics Medicine

If you’re an older adult, you have a unique set of medical needs and might benefit from receiving medical care with a geriatrician who focuses on the specialized types of care seniors need. Learn the major benefits of geriatrics medicine.

Dec 1st, 2021

Understanding the Different Types of Skin Tags

Skin tags don’t usually cause pain or medical issues, but they can make you self-conscious about how you look. Understand the different types of skin tags, and what you can do if you develop one or more.

Nov 1st, 2021

Cholesterol: What's the Difference Between HDL and LDL?

High cholesterol is potentially dangerous to your health, but the different types of cholesterol aren’t created equal. Keep reading to learn more about the differences between HDL and LDL, and how to manage your cholesterol.

Oct 1st, 2021

The Importance of Primary Care

Even the healthiest adult can sometimes need a health boost. You can quickly treat health concerns and prevent future medical problems by accessing primary care. Discover why primary care is such an important part of taking care of your health.

Sep 13th, 2021

Exercise Tips for Diabetics

For most diabetics, staying active and getting regular exercise is an important component of your healthy routine. Follow these tips to exercise safely with diabetes and have fun at the same time.

Aug 10th, 2021

Warning Signs of a Thyroid Problem

The hormone regulating abilities of the thyroid are easy to take for granted, but when your thyroid stops working properly, it can cause unexpected problems. Learn the warning signs of thyroid problems that indicate you might need to get treatment.

Jul 19th, 2021

The Benefits of Preventive Health Care

Do you want to stay as healthy and active as possible and avoid illnesses whenever you can? If so, you’re a perfect candidate for preventive health care. Find out more about preventive health care and all the benefits you can get from it.

Jun 22nd, 2021

A Closer Look at Cystic Fibrosis

Cystic fibrosis is a serious condition that can damage your organs, but with medical advancements and improved care, life expectancies have grown significantly. In honor of Cystic Fibrosis Awareness Month, take a closer look at cystic fibrosis.

May 17th, 2021

Services That You Can Receive From the Comfort of Your Home

As modern technology continues to improve, it’s made it possible to receive more medical services than ever without leaving your home. Keep reading to understand the benefits and kinds of medical services you can get through telehealth.

Apr 13th, 2021

What is Geriatrics?

At every age, your medical needs change, and this continues to be true after you reach adulthood and continue to grow older. Discover more about the geriatrics field of medicine, and how it can help you stay healthy and active in your golden years.

Mar 14th, 2021

6 Signs You Might Have Diabetes

A significant number of people don’t know they’re living with diabetes. Early diabetes symptoms are often subtle, and it’s important to know how to recognize them so you can get prompt treatment. Learn the most common signs you might have diabetes.

Feb 8th, 2021

Start the New Year with a Physical Exam

What can you do to start off 2021 in a positive way? Ring in the new year by having your annual physical exam. A physical exam is one of the most important preventive health measures you can take to keep healthy.

Jan 13th, 2021

The Importance of Getting Your Flu Vaccine This Winter

Yep, it’s that time of year - time for your flu shot. Getting your flu vaccine is always a good idea for continued health, and is more important than ever this year. Find out about the facts and the benefits of your vaccination.

Dec 15th, 2020

Signs of a Troubled Thyroid

Are you experiencing symptoms such as fatigue, weight gain, hair loss, night sweats, and anxiety, but can’t seem to figure out why? These varied symptoms may actually be signs of a troubled thyroid.

Nov 17th, 2020

How Exercise Can Help Relieve Arthritis Pain

You’ve likely tried many things for your arthritis, all with little success. But did you know that exercise can help alleviate your arthritis pain? Learn why so many arthritis sufferers are finding relief in exercise.

Oct 1st, 2020

The Differences Between Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes

Diabetes is a disease that affects your ability to process sugar into energy for your cells. While there are two types of diabetes, it’s important to know the difference so you can best take care of your health.

Sep 15th, 2020

Why it's Important to Get an Annual Physical

Physical exams are great ways to track any changes in your health and spot any possible concerns before they become dangerous. If you feel well, you might think you can skip your annual physical, but they’re important even if you feel healthy.

Aug 20th, 2020

Telehealth: The Advantages of Telemedicine

Struggles to get to the clinic? Trying to reduce your exposure to COVID-19, as well as other contagious illnesses, and still need to see your doctor? Telehealth is safe and easy — receive quality care from anywhere.

Feb 20th, 2024