MedStar Health Blog

A recent study from the American Cancer Society shows that 17 of 34 types of cancer have been on the rise among young people over the last 20 years. Of the 23 million cases studied, researchers ident...

It’s normal to see some veins under the surface of your skin, especially if you have a fairer complexion. But if you have veins that are more noticeable or bothersome, you may have signs of varicose ...

When the New Year rolls around, many people often set ambitious goals to transform themselves over the next twelve months. Unfortunately, many New Year's resolutions fizzle out before the end of Janu...

As we welcome the new year, it's the perfect time to hit the reset button and elevate your running game. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just lacing up your shoes for the first time, 2025 o...

Parenting may be the hardest job you’ll ever love, and a new advisory by the U.S. Surgeon General confirms: Parents in the U.S. are under a consistently high level of stress that can impact their men...

When the influenza virus invades the body, the immune system responds with inflammation. Some of the flu’s classic symptoms, like fever, are a result of this response. For people with controlled mult...