MedStar Health Blog

Every day, millions of Americans experience the debilitating symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). If you have recurrent abdominal pain at least once a day over the course of three months, you...

As COVID-19 changes our daily routines, many of us may be struggling to remain active or make healthy food choices while we’re at home. But, now is as good a time as ever to start taking care of ourse...

Experiencing bladder leakage is common, and it can negatively impact quality of life. Thankfully, there are many treatment options available.Urinary incontinence is the involuntary loss of urine. It a...

Pregnancy can bring on a mix of emotions for many women. And sometimes, excitement about the baby can be overshadowed by the stress of the unknown, physical discomfort, and life changes. It’s p...

Parents and kids alike are finding themselves navigating new routines at home while businesses and schools are closed because of the COVID-19 pandemic. For many, it can be tough to balance work and f...

Every 37 seconds, someone in the United States dies from heart disease. The good news is there are things you can do today to reduce your chances of developing heart disease, and you don’t have...