Why Does the Definition of “Normal” Blood Pressure Keep Changing?
Almost half of Americans now have high BP, according to new guidelines. What does this mean for patients?
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Virginia Pelley
Virginia Pelley, a freelance journalist in Tampa, Florida, has written for print and digital publications including TheAtlantic.com, MarieClaire.com, MensJournal.com, the Washington Post, Cosmopolitan and Oxygen.
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What to Expect as Patient Care and High Tech Merge
Remote health monitoring could revolutionize healthcare — but are doctors ready to handle an avalanche of patient data?
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A Guide to Freezing Your Eggs
Thinking of putting your eggs on ice? Here's what you should know (and ask) about the process.
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Your Guide to Getting a Flu Shot
Everything you need to know about flu vaccination, and then some.
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1 Question, 5 Answers: Should You Tell Your Doctor About Googling Symptoms?
Five pros sound off on internet diagnoses.
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Horrifying and Useless Lady Cures of Yesteryear
At best, these medicines did little for women’s health. At worst, they’d kill you.
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How Doctors Are Leading the Way in Medical Marijuana Education
When it comes to an Rx for pot, patients have plenty of questions. But doctors rarely have the answers. Here's what some experts are doing to get the medical field up to speed on weed.