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Explorations of patient culture

Why More Doctors Are Asking Patients Where They Buy Groceries

An evolving understanding of health has led to more providers building "social screenings" into visits.

A new recommendation argues yes, but experts aren’t so sure.

At a shared medical appointment, it’s just you, a few doctors and a room full of strangers.

A social psychologist discusses the appeal of a doctor who "gets it" and "gets you."

6 people explain how they cope with the challenges of living in a body that constantly misleads you.

Trauma-informed healthcare isn't a new idea, but it's finally becoming a movement in its own right.

More patients are relying on wireless pacemakers, insulin pumps and other devices. What happens when this life-saving tech gets hijacked?

Do you wonder if you'd get more out of talking to someone who's the same generation as you? You're not alone.