Gastroesophageal reflux disease, also called GERD is a common medical condition affecting millions of Americans. It occurs when stomach acid flows back into the esophagus, causing discomfort and other unpleasant...

Dementia is a severe disease that affects numerous Americans. Currently, approximately 6 million individuals in the United States are living with this condition. As the population ages, this number is...

Head lice can be a frustrating problem for many families across the United States. While they are most commonly found in children, adults can also be affected. It's good to...

Receiving a diagnosis of any cancer is a nightmare for most patients. After times of uncertainty, you finally know what it is. However, for most diagnosed patients, it is just...

Approximately 1 in 10 Americans have Diabetes, which means about 34.2 million are (unknowingly) suffering from this. Managing diabetes in the US can be costly, with expenses for medications, doctor...

Vertigo is a condition that affects many people in the United States. It is often confused with dizziness, but it is actually quite different. While dizziness is a feeling of...

Each year in the US, millions of CT scans are performed to help diagnose and treat a wide range of medical conditions. However, the cost of these exams can be...

Depression is a common problem for millions of people in the United States. When you feel depressed, you might need medication to feel better. Unfortunately, if you don't have insurance,...

Cancer, heart attack, and strokes are some of the most prevalent and life-threatening illnesses in the world today.  In the United States, approximately 1.9 million new cancer cases and over...

Receiving a diagnosis of cancer is a nightmare for most patients. After times of uncertainty, you finally know what it is, but for most diagnosed patients, it is just the...

Vitiligo: you might have heard of it. It's the skin condition in which patients lose skin color or pigmentation. Often the condition starts with small (lighter) patches, but over time...

Myelodysplastic syndromes, often called MDS or myelodysplasia, are conditions that affect the blood-forming cells in someone's bone marrow. Chances are you haven't heard of this disease, but every year approximately...