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The “Dancing With the Stars” judge is sharing the story of her struggle with chronic pain to open up the conversation about these under-recognized conditions.
A genetic disorder threatened to take Trine Engebretsen’s life when she was a girl. Years later, as a mom and aspiring surgeon herself, she wants to help save others.
The television anchor had to do some soul-searching and make life adjustments when his father was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. Now, he’s opening up about his journey and advocating for more communication among caregivers.
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“Dancing with the Stars” troupe dancer Witney Carson shares her melanoma survivor story and explains why everyone should know their risks.
The beloved singer-songwriter reflects on her cancer journey and ongoing efforts to end the disease once and for all.
Model Iskra Lawrence, known for her commitment to body acceptance, has a daily challenge for everyone.
Advocacy The world-renowned disco superstar has long been an icon of perseverance. She used that grit to get through her pain and continue her work inspiring fans to find their inner strength.
Advocacy With long waits and antirejection drug regimens, transplants are currently far from perfect. A new patient-centered summit hopes to lead advocacy for a healthier, more efficient system.
Prevention & Treatment This isn’t another article about modern phone habits. We know we’re all working hard (right?). But you might want to watch your posture to avoid health issues down the line.
Education & Research With potential side effects, skyrocketing costs and varying success rates, in-vitro fertilization could soon be replaced.
Education & Research Because of the limitation of the current organ preservation modality, unchanged for the past 40 years, researchers are currently studying new technology to preserve healthier donations.
Prevention & Treatment Foot ulcers and infections pose a large health risk to diabetics, but new technology promises to help doctors catch wounds and intervene in real-time — without an office visit.
Advocacy When Kathryn Sundquist started suffering from chronic pain at age 7, her family never expected she’d be diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis.
Education & Research If organ transplants just entered your radar, you may not be sure where to start. An M.D. walks us through the crucial facts.
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Sponsored Millions of Americans suffer from age-related cognitive decline, but a successful clinical trial of a new brain health supplement holds promise for those struggling with cognitive impairment.
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Prevention & Treatment No matter where you work, on-the-job safety matters, and it’s especially important for construction workers, who account for one in five workplace deaths.
Education & Research A veteran executive in the organ transplant system offers an inside look at the challenges facing the medical community today.
Advocacy “The Walking Dead” star Sonequa Martin-Green discusses how to care for a family member with cancer and how women can be their own health advocates.
Education & Research From maintaining eye contact to reducing background noise, these techniques will help make communicating with those living with aphasia easier.
Prevention & Treatment Conversations with aging loved ones about long-term care wishes and advance directives can be difficult, but they are well worth the effort.
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Advocacy Although society perpetuates a stigma around mental health, each and every person can help to fight that stigma and create a culture of support.
Advocacy Transplant nursing advocate Sandra Cupples shares the moment she got “hooked” on the field and never looked back.
Education & Research A breakthrough surgery allowed one scoliosis patient to walk again, and, with further developments on the horizon, there’s even more reasons to be hopeful.
Education & Research Our panel of industry experts shed light on the importance of organ transplants, and the latest breakthroughs in treatment.
Health Hacks With more resources than most, older travelers are taking advantage of adventure tourism opportunities that expose them to new challenges and experiences.
Prevention & Treatment Millions of older people fall every year. But they don’t have to. With small and simple changes made throughout one’s home, so many of them are preventable.
Advocacy After a stroke left him paralyzed, Lister found his calling as a paratriathlete. Now he has his sights on Tokyo 2020.
Advocacy There is a tremendous shortage of accessibility for feminine products in the United States. The solution? Just talk.
Advocacy The “Chicago Med” star opens up about her personal struggle with anxiety and the importance of being an advocate.
Advocacy For construction workers, workplace injuries are an all-too-common threat. Here’s what employers are doing to help save lives.
Prevention & Treatment When allergy season approaches, it’s time to clear up any misunderstandings you might have and get your facts straight.
Education & Research LifeBio is an online platform that helps people from all walks of life pass their experiences and lessons along to the next generation.
Advocacy Paralympian Michelle Salt shares what motivated her to get back on a snowboard after an accident resulted in limb loss.
Advocacy As a stroke survivor, Representative Joyce Beatty knows the importance of getting back to work after a major health crisis.
Prevention & Treatment For men, infertility can be the result of any number of lifestyle or medical procedures. Here is how you can improve the condition on a daily basis.
Advocacy A personal loss inspired one young man to give back by donating bone marrow. A perfect DNA match saved a boy’s life and lead to a deep new friendship.
Prevention & Treatment Worrying and stressing can take up a lot of valuable time and energy. Here are four ways to help you manage and overcome your anxiety.
Prevention & Treatment A teacher who developed depression and had to leave her old life behind has found a new way forward with the help and support of Magnolia Clubhouse.
Health Hacks Put the cookie down. What’s that, you can’t? Unless you’re a furry blue puppet, you’ve got problems. Or do you?
Sponsored Patients in need of a donation must find a compatible match. Getting the right testing is essential to ensuring the best results.
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Advocacy Eating disorders are the deadliest of all mental illnesses. It’s time to put stigma aside and start saving lives.
Sponsored In the effort to find ways to prevent and treat Alzheimer’s disease, clinical trials are crucial. More caregivers and family members need to participate in them.
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Advocacy The gold medalist swimmer learned the hard way that protecting the health of your skin is a full-time job. Now she wants to help others learn from her mistakes.
Education & Research Puzzled about your period? Can you really trust the pull-out method? Dr. Eve Espey debunks the biggest myths about sex and offers expert advice on what you need to know.
AdvocacyAfter serving for 20 years, he was one of the first officers forced to retire due to 9/11-related medical issues. Today, Terrence Jordan reflects on the difficult, inspiring trek to stay healthy.
Prevention & TreatmentWhile much has been made about the benefits of birth control pills, for a small number of women the pill can ruin their sex lives.
Prevention & TreatmentMental health is a critical component of a person’s well-being, and recognizing risky habits related to mental illness can let someone seek treatment early.
SponsoredEarly and accurate detection is key in the fight against Alzheimer’s disease.
Prevention & TreatmentCushing’s syndrome is classified as a rare disease. Many endocrinologists disagree with that label, however, suggesting instead that Cushing’s is vastly under-diagnosed.
AdvocacyThese suggestions will help you or your loved one adapt to life after a stroke, a time when it’s more important than ever to stay active and social.
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