General Health (Page 32)

Mary Lou was concerned that at 70, her shoulder replacement surgery wouldn't go well. But afterward, she was glad she did it.

Theresa, a UVA renal dietitian, helped patients with kidney failure. She loved spending time with her husband and young son.

The new location is just off I-64, with free, convenient parking. Patients will be able to see their whole team in one appointment.

No longer a sideline spectacle, cheerleading has changed drastically over the past century. It has evolved and displays athletes' intense physical skills.

For the 1 out of 100 people in the world with celiac disease, a gluten-free diet is not a choice. It’s a requirement to stay healthy and prevent side effects.

Practicing mindfulness — paying attention to the present moment — can help with severe stress and improve physical symptoms.

Intermittent fasting isn't a new idea -- it's how our ancestors ate. But this way of eating isn't for everyone. Jennifer Kirby, MD-PhD, explains how it works and who can benefit from it.

If you can video chat with family and friends from home, you can probably do a virtual visit with your doctor. Today, most doctors are offering virtual appointments for routine and sick visits. Most insurance carriers are covering these remote visits. We’re even offering virtual urgent care. Since you don’t…

Urologist Ryan Smith treats a variety of men's health conditions, including male infertility. He enjoys helping young couples who are having trouble conceiving.

Doctors have been using diagnostic medical imaging for decades. The technology has improved significantly in recent years, making the tests more accurate and safer than ever before. Yet thanks to some common myths and misconceptions, some people still shy away from getting scanned.  Diagnostic medical physicist Allen Goode, MS, DABR, sets…