Why “Inappropriate” Treatment for UTIs Is So Common
Too often, experts worry, antibiotics prescribed for "uncomplicated" UTIs are unnecessarily strong, or even just unnecessary.
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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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Getting a Flu Shot Is More Important Than Ever This Year
Flu season is coming and COVID isn't leaving. Widespread flu vaccination can help us handle dueling viruses. Will we rise to the occasion?
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When, How and Where to Get Tested for the Coronavirus
If you're wondering whether it makes sense to get tested, call a healthcare provider.
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Is Age Just a Number When You’re Choosing a Therapist?
Do you wonder if you'd get more out of talking to someone who's the same generation as you? You're not alone.
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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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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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