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Carpal tunnel syndrome can disrupt everything from sleep to work, but treatment does not have to be complicated. Tom Miller, MD, talks with orthopedic specialist Doug Hutchinson, MD, about what...

Cervical cancer was once a leading cause of cancer-related death among American women, but since the mid-1970s, mortality rates have dropped by more than half—thanks to advances in prevention and...

Stress is not always bad. In fact, the right kind of stress can motivate us to grow and perform. But when even positive events start piling up, stress can quickly...

Warts are stubborn, contagious, and often misunderstood. Luke Johnson, MD, a dermatologist with University of Utah Health, shares what actually helps—from over-the-counter salicylic acid to in-office freezing—and why no treatment...

Cyclists are no strangers to neck and back pain—especially if they spend long hours at a desk and even longer miles on a bike. Tom Miller, MD, talks to Rich...

Not all medical training paths follow a straight line. For some physicians, the journey includes a preliminary year—a one-year position in a specialty like internal medicine or surgery that provides...

Only about 54% of adolescents in the U.S. are up to date on the HPV vaccine—even though it protects against more than 90% of cervical cancers. Social stigma and misinformation...

Not all bacteria are bad. Within each of us are over 1,000 species of good bacteria that live in our gut, skin, mouth, and other exposed surfaces that we could...

Wondering about your newborn's pooping habits? Pediatrian Cindy Gellner, MD, demystifies what is normal—from frequent poops to the occasional blowout. Learn when to relax and when to worry about your...

Sleep, alcohol, diet, and exercise—these lifestyle factors can all play a role in managing epilepsy. Neurologist Sindhu Richards, MD, breaks down five key areas where small changes can have a...

Nutritionist Thunder Jalili is back, but this time, he's putting Scot and Mitch to the test with a surprise nutrition pop quiz. From the secrets of grocery shopping to the...

Cervical cancer is almost entirely preventable, yet screening rates remain below target—only about 70% of women in the U.S. are up to date on their Pap tests. Despite their life-saving...