MedStar Health Blog

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 often surge in the fall and winter, especially among school-aged children. The hi...

If you have type 2 diabetes, understanding your condition and how to manage it is critical to getting and staying healthy. After all, diabetes is chronic, meaning that you’ll be living with it for th...

New research into the sweetener xylitol raises questions about its impact on heart health. Researchers with Cleveland Clinic recently announced their investigations showed high levels of xylitol coul...

If you have back pain, you’re not alone. In fact, about 30 percent of the population in the U.S. probably has back pain right now. Because a stiff or aching spine can interfere with just about all of...