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8 MIN READ

What doctors wish patients knew about misophonia

Everyday sounds such as chewing gum or typing can be impairing to patients with misophonia. Two physicians share more about this little-known condition.

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Public Health
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
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10 MIN READ

What doctors wish patients knew about the contagious norovirus

Often wrongly called the “stomach flu,” norovirus sickens tens of millions of Americans annually. Two physicians explain how to prevent and treat it.

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Public Health
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
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12 MIN READ

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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Public Health
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
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13 MIN READ

What doctors wish patients knew about vertigo

Vertigo is often thought of as a condition that a person just has to live with, but that isn’t the case. Three physicians share more about vertigo.

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Public Health
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
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12 MIN READ

What doctors wish patients knew about sickle cell disease

From debilitating pain crises to organ damage, sickle cell anemia takes a toll, but there are promising treatments. Two hematologists share more.

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Population Care
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
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4 MIN READ

6 things doctors wish patients knew about better nutrition

Even with anti-obesity medications such as Wegovy or Ozempic, following proper eating patterns can help reduce risk for obesity, type 2 diabetes and more.

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Public Health
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
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10 MIN READ

What doctors wish patients knew about prostate cancer

When found early, prostate cancer is a curable disease. But each man’s risk of prostate cancer can vary. A physician shares what to keep in mind.  

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Public Health
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
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8 MIN READ

What doctors wish patients knew about Medicare physician payment

Medicare physician payment is not keeping up with inflation. This has repercussions for patients’ access to care. Learn more with the AMA.

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Medicare & Medicaid
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
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11 MIN READ

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 early. Two physicians share more.

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Hypertension
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™