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World Renowned Heart Surgeon Speaks Out On What Really Causes Heart Disease

Bombarded with scientific literature, continually attending education seminars, we opinion makers insisted heart disease resulted from the simple fact of elevated blood cholesterol.

Is your nail salon safe?

We offer some tips on what to look for before you get a manicure or pedicure.

Army medic veteran, global health PhD student works to help homeless population

As a medic in the U.S. Army, Richard Southee was trained to deal with emergency medical situations that many civilian doctors may never encounter. Now a global health PhD student at ASU, he wants to use his experiences to help make impactful changes in the nonprofit sector.

Why Gel Manicures May Actually Be Worse For Your Nails

How to keep your nails healthy, no matter how you mani.

Five-Year Study for Relapse Prevention

Relapse prevention is one of the most important elements of addiction recovery. Working a solid program by staying connected with your su...

Have Multiple Pets? 6 Tips to Help Make Feeding Time Easier

If you have more than one dog or cat, feeding time can be challenging. Our veterinary nutrition expert shares strategies for making mealtime simpler.

How to Raise an Emotionally Resilient Child

Emotional resilience is the ability to bounce back from stressful or difficult moments. Learn how you can help your child develop this important skill by setting aside ten minutes each day.

Private practice gastroenterology models: Weighing the options

This is the debut installment of a new column dedicated to addressing important topics for early-career GIs who are either considering a career or starting a career as an independent GI physician in practice.

Abdominal pain and diarrhea: 7 common causes

There are many potential causes of abdominal pain and diarrhea, including infection, indigestion, and stress. Learn more about some of the common causes and how to treat and prevent it here.

Mom’s Gut Parasites Protect Babies’ Brains From Inflammation

According to a new study, tapeworms can protect infant rats from neuroinflammation.

Why these doctors prioritize mental health when treating patients

This organization provides mental health care to people who’ve faced violence and trauma.

The Medical Minute: Why you need a primary care provider

To call you the picture of health is an understatement. Why, then, do you need a doctor? In this week’s Medical Minute, two primary care providers explain why establishing a relationship with a doctor now can make all the difference to your health.

Isotope Techniques to Help Understand Links Between Disease and Child Growth

The reviews were published in the world-renowned journals Pediatrics November2016 and the Journal of Pediatrics Gastroenterology and Nutrition September2016

Do You Really Need Both a Gynecologist and a Primary Care Doctor?

If you don't have any major medical problems, is it really necessary to have both a primary care doctor and an ob-gyn? Health's medical editor weighs in on how to decide the number of doctors and health specialists you see.

What Drinks Increase Risk of Reflux Symptoms?

Intake of coffee, tea, or soda is associated with an increased risk of gastroesophageal reflux (GER) symptoms, researchers report in the September issue of Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology. In contrast, consumption

9 Questions Your Doctors Wishes You'd Ask