Health experts fear Americans are putting off basic preventative care, such as checking blood pressure. (Ross May / Los Angeles Times; Getty Images) The message from my doctor’s office fell into my inbox in early May. It stated: “Based on our records ...

Video above: Doctor talks about risks from delaying medical care due to pandemic fearMany people have been putting off routine medical care during the COVID-19 pandemic. Now that many U.S. adults are vaccinated and the rate of new infections is much lower ...

FISHERS, Ind. — When COVID-19 hit, millions of Americans put off annual checkups. It's care that's often critical in identifying conditions before they become critical. For one Fishers woman, that trip back to the doctor earlier this year helped save her ...

National Doctors’ Day is Saturday, March 30. The American Board of Medical Specialties is encouraging patients to give their doctor a “checkup” to make sure they continue to be the right doctor for them and their loved ones. “Choosing an ...

When it comes to navigating the health care system, it somehow feels like there’s too much information and not enough at the same time. Patients seek answers from HR reps, insurance navigators, internet searches and family members. But for many, they ...

For many people, a trip to the doctor's office often comes with anxiety and worry over weight. It's no secret that the healthcare system in this country and other places around the world often has a bias toward a particular body size. Such was the case ...