You know your body better than anyone else, so it makes perfect sense for you to be your own health advocate. Doctors’ offices, hospitals, and other health care settings are busy places—but don’t be afraid to speak up during your health care appointment and take the...
If you and your primary care provider suspect you are having heart-related issues after less invasive testing, a cardiologist may recommend a cardiac catheterization (heart cath) to determine how well your heart is working and if you have disease of the heart muscle,...
With its rapid advancements and constant new developments, technology can often be overwhelming. You might be nervous about using your mobile device or computer to get in contact with the doctor when you need to. But don’t worry — when you use telemedicine services,...
When you—or a loved one—need health care, doctors, nurses, and other health care professionals provide medical care and work to keep you safe and free from harm. They can do that even better when patients and their families act as partners in that care: Patients...
May 7-13 is National Hospital Week! National Hospital Week is a time to honor and thank the countless hospital employees who work day in and day out to deliver compassionate care to the patients they serve. When a lot of people think of hospital employees, doctors and...