It’s the hardest moment. You have a condition. What you do next doesn’t feel obvious.
Instead, you have questions:
When you’re sick, the last thing you want to do is paperwork. But it’s a fact of life: Navigating healthcare is hard. So many factors make it so: the state of health insurance, rising costs, and the limited access some people face. And of course, the amount of misinformation on social media makes things extra complex.
We know figuring out how to manage your healthcare and your health itself can overwhelm. That’s why we have this collection of articles about the dilemmas that can occur.
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A sports medicine expert reveals the pros and cons of a reverse shoulder replacement. This surgery could help you get active again.
The pill is no longer the go-to for preventing pregnancy. Know the pros & cons for today's birth control options.
Colonoscopy prep is unpleasant but necessary. Hear how others managed it; get tips for making the drink better.
Colonoscopy is the only colon cancer screening that can also prevent cancer. Watch real people share their experiences so you know what to expect.
Get access to free mammograms and Pap tests through UVA Health’s Every Woman’s Life program. See if you qualify.
It's not just a new building. This new orthopedic center gives you the chance to heal faster and easier. See the design that makes a difference.
If you're a UVA Health patient with billing issues, you now have a place to turn. Find help with medical bills from the ombuds.
If the man in your life is guilty of the “rub some dirt on it” approach to medical care, they may be overlooking signs of a serious health issue. Here are tips to help ensure they're getting the care they need.
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…
With the coronavirus in Virginia, you probably don't want to go to the ER right now. But if you're having symptoms of a heart attack, stroke or other serious condition, you need to call 911.
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