General Health (Page 37)

Your chemo treatment is finally complete. You’ve made it through a really rigorous course of treatment, and now you’re starting to feel more like yourself again. That means your hair will start to come back, but hair regrowth after chemo can sometimes feel awkward even if you’re excited for it.…

Before you abandon the Pill or trade in your IUD, read this Q&A to get the whole story.

Before you abandon the Pill or trade in your IUD, learn more about the link between oral contraceptives and breast cancer.

Cold and flu season is here. Get tips on how to stay healthy this winter from Jenilee Lawrence, MD, of UVA Primary and Specialty Care Zion Crossroads.

If you've had chickenpox, you can develop shingles. Fortunately, there's a vaccine that can prevent it. Antivirals can effectively treat shingles if you seek treatment within 48 hours of the rash appearing.

Most shoulder injuries result from ordinary wear and tear. Dr. Brockmeier, orthopedic surgeon, explains the most common types of injuries he treats with joint replacement surgery.

Visiting aging relatives over the holidays? Amongst the joy, this is an opportunity to consider the effects of aging and check up on your loved ones.

This list of books for cancer caregivers includes perspectives from caregivers and cancer patients alike.

Most people try to quit smoking cigarettes four or five times before it sticks. So if you or your loved one can't figure out how to quit smoking for good, you're not alone.

The American Heart Association and the American College of Cardiology introduced new guidelines for high blood pressure, which means many Americans who were previously categorized as having “prehypertension” will now be Stage 1.