Bed Sores: 8 Things Caregivers Should Absolutely Know
Caregivers have a lot to worry about, but one thing that should stay on top of their list is bedsores....
These Ingenious Saddles Are Changing the Lives of Disabled People, and It’s Amazing
A custom saddle maker gives the joy of riding back to disabled equestrians.
Do You Really Have to Stop Drinking on Antibiotics?
The surprising reason one drink (probably) won’t hurt.
Having Surgery? 5 Breakthroughs For a Faster Recovery
Tips and information for before, during, and after surgery to help you get better more quickly.
What Happens When Scientists Experiment on Themselves?
Cross a compulsive need to discover the truth with a strong sense of adventure, and watch modern medicine move forward.
What to Do Before Same Day Surgery
A health reporter shares the key tips that weren't mentioned in official pre-op instructions but had a dramatic impact on...
Doctors Confess Their Fatal Mistakes
Doctors, nurses, and pharmacists hold your life in their hands. Here, their shocking stories of what can go wrong—and what...
Decode Your Doctor’s Language
Medical speak is filled with tricky shorthand that can be confusing, condescending, and even life threatening, but not anymore: Be...
Are Generic Drugs Safe?
What you need to know when deciding between brand-name drugs and their generic drugs counterparts.
9 Tips for Doctor Visits That Work
By now, it’s a world-famous statistic: Experts have found that doctors tend to interrupt patients just 20–30 seconds after they
Doctors Spill Their Secrets to Getting the Best Medical Treatment
Dr. Oz explains how smart patients approach their health care.
