11 Health Perks You Didn’t Know You Can Get for Free
Depending on what type of care you're looking for, there are a lot of treatments you can get for free....
Doctors Reveal the Annoying Things They Wish You Wouldn’t Do
From smelly feet to overbearing parents, the surprising things that annoy doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and other health care professionals.
13 Lifesaving Tests You’re Probably Skipping—but Shouldn’t
Most of us aren’t getting the health screenings we need. Check out these preventive services you shouldn’t miss.
9 Miraculous Medical Recoveries That Still Can’t Be Believed
Surely you can’t survive with only half a skull. Or can you? We’ve got the miracles behind these amazing stories...
30 Healthy Habits From Every Type of Doctor
We asked medical professionals about the healthiest habits that anyone could implement in their everyday lives. Here are their 30...
10 Things to Never Touch in Hospitals
With all the sick people, healthcare workers, and visitors filing in and out, hospitals can be germy places. Be doubly...
Doctors Reveal the Real Questions You Should Be Asking Them
Doctors reveal the questions you should ask them at your next appointment to ensure optimal treatment and overall health.
44 Health Mistakes People Make Every Day
Every move you make, every breath you take is an opportunity to live healthier. Avoid these little mistakes—some of them...
Warning: These 16 Everyday Things Pose Huge Health Risks
Your cabinets are full of health products that can be hiding a dark secret: They pose a serious threat if...
10 OTC Medications and Products You’re Using All Wrong
Just because you can buy a medication over the counter doesn’t mean it’s always safe. Here’s how you should really...
What Are Nootropics—and Can They Really Make You Smarter?
We all want to focus longer, think faster, and be more creative, and some say these substances may be the...
35 Medical Words You Always Mispronounce
Never fear making a fool out of yourself at the doctor’s office again.
6 Scary Reasons You Should Never Go to a Hospital in the Afternoon
You're not the only one who experiences a 3 p.m. slump.
28 Medical Words to Never, Ever Confuse
These words aren’t interchangeable, and a medical mistake could endanger your health.
This Is What “Dying of Old Age” Really Means
Dying of old age isn't a technically correct term—but it could still play an important role in the grieving process.
18 Truths People Will Tell Only Their Doctor
You might be shocked at what comes out of your loved one’s mouth in the nonjudgmental cocoon of the doctor’s...
Doctor Visits You Need to Make at Every Age
If you want to prevent illness, it's important to get the right screenings at the right time—but when is the...
16 Things Your Doctor’s Receptionist Knows About You
You can't lie to us—we have your entire life in your medical file!
13 Health Insurance Tricks That Can Save You Thousands
Healthcare costs continue to rise, thanks to costly prescriptions and pricey hospital visits. Fortunately, there are ways to cut costs...
13 Things Medicare Won’t Tell You
Medicare provides health coverage for than 57 million people—it's a godsend, but it can be a challenge to navigate. Here's...
11 Mistakes Doctors Wish You’d Stop Making Already
These slipups could seriously compromise your health care, according to the medical professionals we interviewed.
10 Medication Mistakes That Are Hurting Your Health
Are you making any of these mistakes? These 10 guidelines will help you take your medication the right way.
6 Signs Your Doctor Is a Keeper (And 5 Signs They’re Not!)
How does your doc stack up?
45 Secrets Surgeons Won’t Tell You
Surgeons have our lives in their hands, but most of us know more about the people who cut our hair...
The 11 Most Expensive Prescription Drugs in America
Some prescription drugs cost patients more in one month than you'd pay for a new car. Here's a look at...
7 of the Craziest Medical Cases Doctors Have Seen on the Job
Strange, creepy, and sometimes ugly medical cases actually exist. Here are real, unbelievable cases doctors have witnessed in the past.
11 Controversial Medical Theories That Are Actually True
Find out the truth behind health theories the medical community once claimed were false.