Prediabetes diet: How to help prevent progression to diabetes
COPD symptoms: How to spot them early
Many older adults get health information from self-defined experts online
Routine cancer screenings for older adults: Mammograms, colonoscopies, PSA tests, and more
How PMOS (once called PCOS) affects women after menopause
Eating more soy and other legumes might ward off high blood pressure
Surgery for a torn meniscus appears to offer no benefit
AI in healthcare: Can a chatbot answer your medical questions?
Increasing daily steps may boost surgical recovery
Poison ivy rash: Symptoms, treatment, and prevention
Immune and infectious diseases Archive
Articles
How does a cold virus spread from person to person?
Cold germs can leap from one person to the next in more ways than you might think. Learn the everyday habits that increase spread.
Is it okay to get a flu shot if I have a mild sinus infection?
Mild sinus or ear infections don't necessarily mean delaying vaccination. Learn when to wait on your flu shot and how fast protection builds.
Can I safely get the flu shot if I am breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding moms often worry about vaccines and their babies' safety. Explore how flu shots and nasal spray immunizations fit into postpartum protection.
Does a lingering cough mean I still have an infection?
A cough that lingers for weeks after a cold can be confusing. Learn why it can persist, what else might be going on, and when to see your doctor.
Measles is making a comeback: Can we stop it?
In the US, widespread vaccination halted the ongoing spread of measles more than 20 years ago, but recent outbreaks have flared in over 20 US states, leading to hospitalizations and at least two deaths. Measles is highly preventable - here's what you need to know.
Learning to live well with a persistent illness
Having a persistent illness is challenging. It means having to make changes and adjustments to accommodate your needs, but it does not have to mean giving up on everything you enjoy.
Prediabetes diet: How to help prevent progression to diabetes
COPD symptoms: How to spot them early
Many older adults get health information from self-defined experts online
Routine cancer screenings for older adults: Mammograms, colonoscopies, PSA tests, and more
How PMOS (once called PCOS) affects women after menopause
Eating more soy and other legumes might ward off high blood pressure
Surgery for a torn meniscus appears to offer no benefit
AI in healthcare: Can a chatbot answer your medical questions?
Increasing daily steps may boost surgical recovery
Poison ivy rash: Symptoms, treatment, and prevention
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