MedStar Health Blog

This article was written by Hilary Hancock BSN, RN, CWON.   From the day we’re born, or at least the day we’re potty trained, we come to expect that using the toilet is a fact of lif...

The H.E.A.R. Institute’s research commentary, published in The Gerontologist, calls for the full integration of caregivers to best support successful aging.    About 48 million people in th...

Training for a race is no easy feat. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or a first-timer, continuous miles over weeks and weeks can take a toll on your body, leading to feelings of stiffness, fatigue, ...

March is Brain Injury Awareness Month and a timely opportunity to discuss the risks of concussions. As youth spring sports are beginning, it’s important for young athletes and their parents to unders...

 This article was written by Sarah Greenwood, Physician assistant at MedStar Health. It might seem like nearly the whole country experienced flu symptoms at some point this winter. However, ...

When something horrible happens, feeling sad, worried, or angry is a natural response. Disasters and tragedies can be distressing for victims, first-responders, and people watching news and social me...