MedStar Health Blog

It’s summertime—everyone is out and about and having fun. But with the extra time outside comes increased susceptibility to ticks. Tick bites are known for spreading Lyme disease, a bacterial in...

Weight loss is often a popular topic. When we notice someone has lost weight, our first question is:, “How did you do it?” Ask ten different people and you’ll probably hear ten di...

Stress is something we all deal with. A busy schedule, family responsibilities, and work deadlines can be normal stressors in our everyday lives. But did you know how closely connected stress is to y...

Hemorrhoids seem to have a stigma to them, but the truth is, we all have them. It’s not uncommon for them to become inflamed and cause pain, itching, or bleeding. Many times, hemorrhoids go away on ...

The struggle to lose weight and keep it off can lead to frustration and self-doubt. Too often, weight management conversations overemphasize “trying harder.” If you don’t get results, this approach s...

It’s a common experience for anyone with a smartphone: You notice a sudden, unusual health symptom and, within moments, you’re punching phrases into a search bar.  Whether you&rsqu...