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March 13, 2026By Merlene Horan, MD, Family Medicine Physician and Medical Director of Signature by MedStar Health
After more than two decades practicing medicine for high profile clients, I’ve come to believe that the most effective health care hinges on time, access, and trust. Throughout my career, I’ve had th...
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April 10, 2020
Every 37 seconds, someone in the United States dies from heart disease. The good news is there are things you can do today to reduce your chances of developing heart disease, and you don’t have...
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April 16, 2019People all around the U.S. care for a loved one—whether it’s their mom, dad, grandparent, aunt, or uncle. As a geriatric and house call doctor, I see a variety of common problems these ca...
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February 25, 2019We all know that cold weather can contribute to many common health conditions, such as colds or the flu. However, a new study shows that more serious health complications also can arise—such as...
