A Guide to Getting Test Results From Your Doctor
Some doctors prefer to share test results in person. Others call or email instead. Do patients have a choice in the matter?
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Deborah Lynn Blumberg
Deborah Lynn Blumberg is a Houston-based freelance writer specializing in health and wellness and business and finance. Previously a reporter for Dow Jones/The Wall Street Journal, she's also written for publications including Barron’s, The Christian Science Monitor and Newsday.
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Everything You Need to Know About Ambulances
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At a shared medical appointment, it’s just you, a few doctors and a room full of strangers.
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What to Know Before Joining a Clinical Trial
Every year, thousands of Americans join clinical trials to try new treatments or just do their part for science.