General Health (Page 3)

A skin rash can be the first sign of a cancer known as skin (cutaneous) lymphoma. How to know if your itchy skin is a sign of cancer.

William Teague, MD, a pediatric allergy and asthma specialist, shares details about what shaped his approach to patient care and more.

Someone who is a carrier for sickle cell disease has sickle cell trait. While not nearly as serious as SCD, sickle cell trait can cause health complications in rare circumstances.

Peter Dean helps children with heart conditions. Learn more about what shapes his approach to patient care and what advice he'd pass on to others.

Know the 4 ways to prevent a type 2 diabetic emergency, plus the 3 warning signs so you or a loved one can get help right away.

With one tiny drop of blood, doctors can screen newborns for 35 genetic disorders. Here's why it's important and what you should know about the results.

Sheila Boling lost her twin sister to breast cancer. Now she works to prevent breast cancer's greater toll in black women. Read her 6 tips.

Diagnosed with prostate cancer? You need to know why active surveillance is key to your health.

A spine expert busts 3 common myths about what causes scoliosis in children. Plus, how to know if your child is at risk.

At UVA Health, we're breaking down barriers to healthcare for our LGBTQ+ community members. See how in this Q&A.