General Health (Page 24)

Learn the defining moment that made Paola Gehrig, MD, want to become a gynecologic cancer doctor who treats ovarian, cervical, and other cancers women face.

Before you buy in to the TV ads taking aim at vaginal mesh, learn the history of this procedure, how it's used and why it's still a good option for some women.

We're all tired of the COVID pandemic, but the omicron BA.5 variant can still cause serious illness or a big disruption to your routine. See what you need to know about the surge.

As a bi-racial woman, anxiety has followed me since childhood. I found help. Learn why it's vital as a minority to take care of your mental health.

Crippling polio was feared by American parents before a vaccine wiped it out. New fears arise with the first polio case in nearly a decade.

There are over 40 cases of monkeypox virus in Virginia. Only a fraction of cases have been identified because recognizing symptoms and testing are difficult.

Experiencing disability discrimination in the workplace? Taking the initiative to ask for what you need may lead to greater job satisfaction and success.

Your aching feet don't lie — flip-flops are the worst shoes ever for everyday use. Here's why.

Feeling desperate? An expert weighs in on what's safe to try and what's not when baby won't go to sleep.

It took 20 years after her symptoms started for Selma Blair to get the MS diagnosis. Why did it take so long? And what does it mean for you, if you have similar symptoms?