Should I take an iron supplement? Here’s what the science says.

I’ve heard that iron supplements may ease fatigue. Should I start taking one?If you have iron-deficiency anemia, you sho...

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Is it normal for my feet to get larger as I age?

I feel like my feet are getting larger as I get older. Is that normal? What’s going on?We stop growing in height in our...

1 week ago

Why people without diabetes use glucose monitors to track their health

Why are healthy people who don’t have diabetes using continuous glucose monitors? Should I get one?Continuous glucose mo...

3 weeks ago

More young people are getting cancer. Can I lower my risk?

Q: I know someone who was recently diagnosed with breast cancer. She’s in her 40s and totally healthy. Why do people lik...

4 weeks ago

Pelvic exam guidelines have changed. Here’s what to expect.

Q: I saw the news about patient consent forms now being required for pelvic exams. What should I know before my next app...

1 month ago

Should I take a multivitamin? Here’s what the science says.

Q: What are the benefits of taking a multivitamin? Should I take one even if I’m healthy?A: About one-third of Americans...

1 month ago

Why is my gas so smelly? Gender, diet and plane rides can play a role.

Q: I’ve heard your diet can affect how often you pass gas and how it smells. What else causes foul-smelling flatulence?...

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What can my blinking tell me about my health?

Q: I feel like I’m blinking more often than usual. What can blinking tell me about my health? And why do we blink?A: We...

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Can I do a stool test at home instead of a colonoscopy?

Q: My doctor always encourages me to do a colonoscopy for colorectal cancer screening. But I have friends who just do a...

2 months ago

Should I be taking collagen supplements? Here’s what the science says.

Q: I keep seeing people recommend collagen supplements on social media. What is collagen? Can it really make my skin and...

2 months ago

We all have hemorrhoids. Here’s how to keep them happy.

Q: I’ve got hemorrhoids. What are they exactly? How can I avoid getting them again?A: Everyone has hemorrhoids. They are...

2 months ago

The remarkable power of holding hands with someone you love

Q: I’m curious why humans hold hands. Is there a biological reason it’s such a common part of relationships across so ma...

2 months ago

Are you taking your meds wrong? Many patients make these common mistakes.

Q: I’m taking more medicine as I get older. But it’s hard to keep track of all the prescriptions and the instructions fo...

2 months ago

Is menopause getting worse? Scientists say it is.

Q: My parent’s generation didn’t seem to think menopause was a big deal. But my friends and I agree the hot flashes and...

2 months ago

Should I take ashwagandha for sleep? Here’s what the science says.

Q: I’ve been struggling with sleep. My friends told me about ashwagandha, which seems like a natural solution. Should I...

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