Doctor Tips & Advice

Osteoporosis is a common and debilitating illness that impacts bone density. Fortunately, there's a lot of research going on to learn how to treat and prevent osteoporosis. We'll share some recent findings.

Common and extremely painful, it's understandable why getting rid of an ear infection is a high priority. Discover your best options for relief.

When you're feeling dizzy, standing can become difficult and disorienting. Get your balance back with these important health tips.

Have you had a long talk with a family doctor recently? If you have, chances are it was on an airplane or at a cocktail party — anywhere but the exam room. The drive-by office visit has become the norm in many clinics. Doctors rush from one appointme

Many websites provide useful information when it comes to medical information, but there are important questions to ask when you research.

When your body speaks, be sure to listen. Though it's sometimes tempting to avoid a problem, bloody urine is a signal that you should never ignore. We'll tell you why.

You need to see a doctor but the hassles and long waits at the emergency room turn your stomach? You could go to a walk-in clinic.

There's no shortage of over-the-counter remedies and herbs that claim they'll make your life "normal" again. Being skeptical is smart, but some remedies do show promise. Here is one.

As you age, your body slows down and you become frailer. If you relooking to keep your strength and vitality, it’s natural to check out any treatments like hormone therapy that could help you feel more energetic. These tips will help you make a decis

Nearly 40 percent of 40-year-old men and almost 70 percent of 70-year-old men experience some difficulty getting or maintaining erections at some point. We'll go over the pills and natural remedies that can help you rediscover satisfying sex.

A night of unexpected passion, a failed attempt at contraception — sometimes it happens. Consider an IUD, or perhaps you need emergency contraception: a pill (or pills) containing the same hormones found in birth control pills but in a higher dose. H

Back in the day, your doctor's office was the only place to have your cholesterol checked or find out your HIV status. Today you can walk into a drugstore or order a test online and play doctor at home. But if you plan to use a home medical test, cho

Part of the experience of childbirth includes the "other stuff" that they don't always tell you about before you head into the hospital to deliver your bundle of joy. One of those things is that you might end up getting an episiotomy. Here's what you

It always pays to be a smart medical consumer. Gone are the days when there was one approach to getting you well, and you accepted treatment without question. Today, smart patients search for the right treatment or surgeon the way they shop for a new

The reality is that germs are prevalent in hospitals and they can lead to serious health problems. This guide will help you understand how safe and clean hospitals really are.

When you hear about a new medical research finding on the news, should you sit up and take notice or turn off the set? Next time you hear or read about a new study, ask the following questions.

If you just have a cold, you probably don't need to read this now. But if you have something more serious, whether it's high blood pressure or cancer, you'll want to learn how to be the best patient you can be in order to make sure you get the best p

Are you getting up to "go" more often — and spending more time starting or finishing the job? Does your bladder sometimes still feel full? Half of all men over age 50 eventually experience problems caused by an enlarged prostate, the gland that encir

The major cause of cervical cancer is human papillomavirus (HPV), which is typically transmitted through sexual intercourse. A vaccine for certain types of HPV has recently been introduced and is offered to young women. The following information will

Some health and safety risks about using a cell phone are down to common sense but others have not been proven. These simple facts will quickly help you decide how you want to use your cell phone.