Athletes Are Flocking To Platelet-Rich Plasma Therapy. Is it Effective?
Many have adapted the treatments and called them "promising," but some more research is needed.
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4 Big Medical Problems Urgent Care Can’t Treat
Patients who go to urgent care for these issues are often referred to the ER.
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When To Go To Urgent Care Vs The ER
Breaking down what to consider about your condition and who to talk to.
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The Medical Experts Saving Lives on Mt. Everest
As adventure travel grows, so does the field of wilderness medicine.
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Rural Americans Need Better Emergency Healthcare
In sparsely populated areas, critically injured patients are waiting too long for treatment.
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Is It Time to Change the Way We Talk About Pain?
We've all been asked to rate our pain on a scale of 1-10, but one team of researchers is pushing for a new approach to pain communication.
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An Rx for Yoga
What exactly are patients supposed to do when doctors suggest they try yoga for health conditions?
Explainers
A Guide to Trip-and-Fall Injuries
Know the symptoms of fractures, sprains and other bone injuries.
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