These 5 Medical Specialties Are On the Rise. Here’s Why
A shortage of primary care doctors and soaring healthcare costs are part of the reason.
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Preventive Care
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Is the U.S. Measles Crisis Almost Over?
We're not out of the woods yet. Here's a primer on why the contagious virus is back and what might happen next.
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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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1 Question, 5 Answers: How Do Doctors Feel About At-Home Medical Tests?
If you can prick your finger, you can test yourself for STDs, allergies and other conditions. But is it a good idea? 5 doctors weigh in.
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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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What Exactly Does “Preventive Care” Mean?
What is and isn’t considered preventive, and how that decision is made.
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1 Question, 5 Answers: What’s the Deal With Vitamin D?
5 doctors and researchers weigh in on the sunshine vitamin.
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1 Question, 5 Answers: How Is the Traditional Checkup Changing?
5 primary care experts discuss the evolving role of yearly wellness exams.
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