MedStar Health Blog

Research proves that having a primary care provider is critical to preventing illness and catching disease early when it is more easily treated, which leads to a longer lifespan. In addition to manag...

If you’re planning to travel this upcoming holiday season—or anytime—a pre-travel virtual consultation with a MedStar Health physician can help you stay healthy on your trip. Whethe...

Los casos de VSR van en aumento, pero no es necesario alarmarse. Aunque usualmente el VSR no llega a su punto máximo hasta la mitad del invierno, hay varias razones que explican por qué...

This article was written by Sadaf Kazi, PhD. Scientists from MedStar Health Research Institute are working to improve the health of mothers and babies in Washington, D.C., by helping providers, patie...

The holidays often involve lots of time in the kitchen preparing grand feasts for family and friends. With extra people in the kitchen and so much food going into the oven and simmering on the s...

If you have a significant smoking history, lung cancer screenings are the best way to monitor for signs of cancer before they appear, often leading to early treatment and even a cure. Some people dela...