In the United States’ health care system, you can spend weeks or months anticipating a doctor‘s appointment, plus a few minutes or hours in the waiting room when the day comes. In contrast, your ...

WASHINGTON — It’s not unusual for a 20-something to text Mom in a panic from the doctor’s office, seeking help answering a question. And patients of any age can struggle to recall all their medicines ...

Maybe you’re trying to get to the bottom of a mysterious ache or pain, or seemingly never-ending digestive trouble, or sleep issues, or some kind of freaky rash. Maybe you’re just knocking out your ...

Primary care doctors often run out of appointments during cold and flu season. Here's what you can do to get medical care ...

From finding a doctor to asking the right questions, Dr. Tara Narula has tips. From making doctor's appointments to managing insurance to getting lab work done, taking care of your health can feel ...

I’m sitting in an armchair in a brightly lit room, my hands gripping my knees, head bowed as if I’m deep in prayer, when I feel the first needle pierce the back of my scalp. One sharp prick. My eyes ...