Most people’s feet point straight ahead or outward. Some people, however, have feet that point inward. This is called…
A quick-care clinic or urgent care facility does not take the place of a visit to your family doctor. However,…
Head lice are small wingless insects that can get on your hair and scalp. Lice bites may cause constant scratching,…
Knowing how to read your medical bills can help you to budget and to ensure that you’re paying the right…
Somatic symptom and related disorders is a group of conditions in which the physical pain and symptoms a person feels…
H1N1 influenza is a viral infection. It’s not the same as seasonal flu (influenza). The first outbreak occurred in 2009…
Lipomas are benign (not cancerous), slow-growing tumors that come from fat cells. They are usually round, moveable lumps under the…
Hyperhidrosis is excessive sweating without the usual triggers.
More than 60,000 children go to the emergency room each year after getting into medicine. Childproofing your medicine storage is…
If you are deaf or hard of hearing, bring an interpreter with you whenever you see a doctor.
Mononucleosis is a contagious illness usually spread through saliva. For this reason, it’s sometimes called “kissing disease.”
Methotrexate is a strong medicine used to treat several conditions. It slows the production of cells. It also suppresses the…
School-aged children are routinely exposed to a number of common childhood infections and illnesses. It’s not unusual. But always see…
Choosing a family doctor is a process of seeking recommendations, meeting with the doctor and deciding if he or she…