People with CF may undergo multiple medical procedures to manage lung infections, digestive issues, and other complications. Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a genetic condition that leads to the production of ...

Healthcare systems worldwide are struggling with overcrowded hospitals, physician burnout, and rising surgery delays. Which is why it's always a good thing to see research exploring new solutions ...

The appointment before she got her first intrauterine device, or IUD, Ana Ni’s doctor asked about her pain tolerance. Low, she said; medium, if she’s being generous. The clinic had just begun offering ...

Varicose veins are atypically enlarged blood vessels that develop because of a weakness in the vein’s wall. Treatments focus on improving their appearance and easing symptoms. For some people, ...

Imagine a physician attempting to reach a cancerous nodule deep within a patient's lung – a target the size of a pea, hidden behind a maze of critical blood vessels and airways that shift with every ...

You might think that with the advancements in medical care in the United States, people wouldn't feel the need to seek out alternative options overseas. We have come a long way with all the ...

With any medical procedure—whether surgery, an MRI, or placing tubes in a child's ears—little kids don’t understand what’s happening even after it’s explained. They don’t know what’s wrong with their ...

According to the Society for Assisted Reproductive Technology (SART), embryo transfers to gestational carriers increased by 146% between 2014 and 2017. This surge reflects several social changes: the ...

Healthcare systems worldwide are struggling with overcrowded hospitals, physician burnout, and rising surgery delays. Which is why it’s always a good thing to see research exploring new solutions ...