MedStar Health Blog

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...

While gathering to celebrate with family and friends, many of us overindulge, leading to heartburn, acid reflux, and bloating. But when these symptoms occur regularly despite normal eating habits, yo...

This article was written by Sarah Greenwood, Physician assistant at MedStar Health.   Respiratory illnesses are surging across the country, especially among school-aged children. The highes...