MedStar Health Blog

When you think of famous inventors, you might think of Thomas Edison, the inventor of the lightbulb, or the telephone inventor, Alexander Graham Bell. But did you know that your doctors, nurses, and ...

Recently, the family of “Die Hard” star Bruce Willis announced in a joint statement that he was stepping away from acting due to a diagnosis of aphasia—loss of the ability to effectively communicate....

As the sixth most common cancer in the U.S., bladder cancer affects about 80,000 Americans each year. And because men are at higher risk than women, it’s the #4 cancer risk for them. Bladder ca...

Did you know that bladder cancer is the fourth most common non-skin cancer in the U.S.? Unlike prostate cancer, for which there is a standard screening, bladder cancer can frequently fall under t...

If you think bladder leaks are just a normal part of aging, think again. Although advertisements for absorbent pads and undergarments are plentiful these days, several effective treatment options ca...

If you or someone you know experiences the first symptom of a stroke, it’s critical to take action quickly. An immediate call to 911 can mean the difference between life and death, so don&rsquo...