MedStar Health Blog

When a person feels deep sadness, we sometimes say they have “a heavy heart.” These feelings could be more than emotions at play for people at risk of heart disease, especially if they last a long ti...

Preparing for a new baby—especially your first—can bring a mix of excitement, uncertainty, and anxiety. Often, not knowing what to expect is scarier than the facts themselves. Even as an OB/GYN, th...

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...