Doctors Need to Make Peace With Dr. Google
Most of us google symptoms. We shouldn't feel the need to hide our internet research in the exam room.
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The 1970s Therapy Helping My Body Let Go of Trauma
Based in mindfulness, sensorimotor therapy asks trauma survivors to do more than just 'talk it out.'
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4 Misconceptions About Lyme Disease
The tick-borne illness is on the rise across the country, and experts say most people who have Lyme don't even know it.
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Will CBD Save Our Skin, or Is It Just Snake Oil?
CBD is showing up in all our skincare products, but the hype and the science don't line up.
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1 Question, 5 Answers: What Are Doctors’ Biggest Patient Pet Peeves?
Five providers air their grievances about us paper-gown people.
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Is the U.S. Measles Crisis Almost Over?
We're not out of the woods yet. Here's a primer on why the contagious virus is back and what might happen next.
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Are At-Home Fertility Tests Worth It?
While at-home kits are a relatively cheap, quick way to learn about your reproductive health, experts have reservations about going the DIY route.
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Gut Disorders Can Be a Diagnostic Puzzle
Crohn’s, ulcerative colitis and celiac disease share a laundry list of overlapping, painful symptoms.
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How to Avoid Freaking Out While You Wait for Medical News
Simple, research-backed tips to help you feel OK when test results are on the way.
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A Psychological Strategy to Help You Become a More Proactive Patient
Dreading the possibility of hearing bad news from a doctor? Try "self-affirmation."
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Making the Most of Time In the Doctor’s Office
Not all minutes are created equal. When doctors and patients connect, limited time goes further.
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