Like many of our body’s internal workings, we don’t pay much mind to our kidneys unless there’s something wrong. But these vital organs deserve attention even when they’re functioning well. By removing waste from your blood via urine, they act as an all-natural...
Many people who visit the hospital only stay for a short time. Whether for treatment for acute illness, or recovery from surgery, medical care often spans a few days or less, with 5 and a half days being the average length. But there are some patients who require more...
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) affects more than 16 million people in the U.S., though many more are suspected to be living with it unknowingly. Despite how common it is, most people — outside of those who have it or have a loved one who does — know very...
Diabetes affects more than 37 million people in the U.S., or over 11% of the population. Whether you’ve recently been diagnosed or you’ve been living with it for some time, knowing that you’re not alone can be helpful on tough days. Rest assured that many people...
Joint conditions like arthritis can be painful and debilitating. While there’s currently no cure for arthritis, medical advancements have made joint replacement surgeries designed to alleviate pain more effective than ever. In fact, these procedures are considered...
Being diagnosed with cancer is life-changing, and understandably, we all want to minimize our risk to the greatest possible extent. Experts are still working to understand how certain factors shape our individual cancer risk, but so far, we know that while certain...
