This Is the Filthiest Item in Your Doctor’s Office
The dirtiest thing in your doctor's office probably isn't what you think. Here's just how gross it is, and how...
10 of the Best (and 4 of the Worst) Hospitals
Going to a great hospital can make all the difference when you need urgent care. A new list makes it...
14 Ways to Lower Triglycerides Naturally
Are your triglyceride levels elevated? Here are the ways you can bring that number down yourself, and get your heart...
15 Scary Symptoms That Are Actually Harmless
Before you let "Dr. Google" convince you that your headache must be brain cancer, learn some of the many reassuring...
17 Common Lies You Tell Your Doctor (and Why You Need to Stop)
Sometimes, a fib is harmless—but not when you're talking to your doctor.
13 Things Urgent Care Center Docs Won’t Tell You
We're always here to help you—but we're not always the help you need.
This Is Why Doctors Still Use Pagers
The dinosaur technology actually makes a lot of sense.
11 Health “Myths” That Are Actually True
Myths, half-truths, and wives’ tales are common in health. Here are 11 health 'myths' that are actually true, according to...
The Best Heart Hospital in Every State
Here are the best hospitals for cardiology and heart surgery in every state for 2019 as ranked by U.S. News...
15 Medical Reasons for Your Loss of Appetite
Causes for a loss of appetite range from the common cold to a serious illness or health condition. Here's why...
How Many Times a Year Should You Really See the Doctor for Checkups?
Medical experts, from OB/GYNs to dermatologists, reveal how often you need to visit your doctor to stay on top of...
13 Things You Should Know Before Donating Blood
Donating blood is an incredibly noble cause, however, there are some things you should know before you hand your arm...
11 Health Perks You Didn’t Know You Can Get for Free
Depending on what type of care you're looking for, there are a lot of treatments you can get for free....
Doctors Reveal the Annoying Things They Wish You Wouldn’t Do
From smelly feet to overbearing parents, the surprising things that annoy doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and other health care professionals.
9 Miraculous Medical Recoveries That Still Can’t Be Believed
Surely you can’t survive with only half a skull. Or can you? We’ve got the miracles behind these amazing stories...
30 Healthy Habits From Every Type of Doctor
We asked medical professionals about the healthiest habits that anyone could implement in their everyday lives. Here are their 30...
10 Things to Never Touch in Hospitals
With all the sick people, healthcare workers, and visitors filing in and out, hospitals can be germy places. Be doubly...
Doctors Reveal the Real Questions You Should Be Asking Them
Doctors reveal the questions you should ask them at your next appointment to ensure optimal treatment and overall health.
OTC Medication Mistakes: Doctors Advise You To Avoid Doing These
Just because you can buy a medication over the counter doesn’t mean it’s always safe. Here’s how you should really...
What Are Nootropics—and Can They Really Make You Smarter?
We all want to focus longer, think faster, and be more creative, and some say these substances may be the...
35 Medical Words You Always Mispronounce
Never fear making a fool out of yourself at the doctor’s office again.
6 Scary Reasons You Should Never Go to a Hospital in the Afternoon
You're not the only one who experiences a 3 p.m. slump.
28 Medical Words to Never, Ever Confuse
These words aren’t interchangeable, and a medical mistake could endanger your health.
This Is What “Dying of Old Age” Really Means
Dying of old age isn't a technically correct term—but it could still play an important role in the grieving process.
Doctor Visits You Need to Make at Every Age
If you want to prevent illness, it's important to get the right screenings at the right time—but when is the...
16 Things Your Doctor’s Receptionist Knows About You
You can't lie to us—we have your entire life in your medical file!
13 Health Insurance Tricks That Can Save You Thousands
Healthcare costs continue to rise, thanks to costly prescriptions and pricey hospital visits. Fortunately, there are ways to cut costs...
13 Things Medicare Won’t Tell You
Medicare provides health coverage for than 57 million people—it's a godsend, but it can be a challenge to navigate. Here's...
11 Mistakes Doctors Wish You’d Stop Making Already
These slipups could seriously compromise your health care, according to the medical professionals we interviewed.
