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What doctors wish patients knew about iron deficiency

One in three women under 50 is iron deficient, affecting about 10 million people in the U.S. Two physicians discuss iron deficiency and how to address it. 

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What doctors wish patients knew about rheumatoid arthritis

Rheumatoid arthritis is a debilitating disease characterized by painful inflammation and joint deformities. Two rheumatologists share more about RA. 

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Chronic Diseases
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What doctors wish patients knew about the deadly risk of stroke

During a stroke, every second counts. That is why it is important to know and recognize symptoms of a stroke early. Two physicians share more.

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What doctors wish patients knew about bronchitis

Bronchitis inflames airways, causing cough and fatigue. Jonathan Stoever, MD, a pulmonologist at Confluence Health, explains bronchitis symptoms and care.

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What doctors wish patients knew about social media’s health impact

From mere FOMO to anxiety and depression, social media platforms can pose harms and benefits. Three physicians discuss how to balance the positive and negative impacts. 

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What doctors wish patients knew about home BP measurement

Nearly 50% of adults in the U.S. have hypertension. At-home BP monitoring can help. Two physicians share more about checking your blood pressure at home.

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What doctors wish patients knew about getting a vasectomy

More men in the U.S. are opting for a vasectomy with rates increasing by more than one-quarter. Three urologists share more about getting a vasectomy.

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Population Health
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What doctors wish patients knew about multiple sclerosis

MS is a disease of the central nervous system, affecting nearly 1 million people in the U.S. Augusto Miravalle, MD, of Rush Medical Group, shares more.

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What doctors wish patients knew about kidney stones

One in nine people will get kidney stones at some point. Ryan Steinberg, MD, a urologist at University of Iowa Health Care, shares more about kidney stones.

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