Category,
BREAST CANCER
Late-Stage Breast Cancer Is Rising Among Younger Women
The decline in deaths from breast cancer among younger women has stalled. Consider having earlier mammograms if you are at risk.
Category,
CHILDREN AND TEEN CARE
The Impact of COVID Lockdowns on Your Child’s Mental Health
As COVID cases decrease and the U.S. opens up after months of lockdown, the impact of missed school and social isolation on kids’ mental health needs.
Category,
DISEASES AND CONDITIONS
What Is Cystic Fibrosis?
Cystic fibrosis is a serious genetic disease that can make breathing difficult. Better treatments and ongoing research are helping improve CF patients’ lives.
Category,
INFECTIOUS DISEASE
Prior COVID Infection or Vaccine: Herd Immunity Facts
Researchers have potentially good news about how long immunity lasts after COVID-19 infection as well as the impact of combined natural plus vaccine immunity.
Category,
PARKINSON'S DISEASE
Golf May Improve Parkinson’s Disease Symptoms
Parkinson’s disease raises the risk of falls due to balance problems. Medication and exercise can help — and taking a swing at golf may be especially helpful.
Category,
PAIN CARE
Digital Solutions Can Help Reduce Chronic Pain
Chronic pain affects millions, interfering with daily life and increasing the risk of taking opioids. Digital help with an app for chronic pain can lessen pain and opioid usage.
Category,
HEART CARE
What Happens When You Have a Heart Attack?
Heart attack symptoms may vary for everyone, especially women. Knowing the details of what happens when you have a heart attack could help you identify one sooner.
Category,
WOMEN'S CARE
What Is Menopause?
When a woman’s reproductive system shuts down, she enters menopause, usually because of normal aging, and it sometimes occurs after a hysterectomy.
