Doctors and Providers
10 Things You Should Never Do Before a Doctor Appointment—and 4 Things You Should
Whether you're going in for checkups or common tests, here's how to get the most out of your next visit.
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50 Secrets Surgeons Won’t Tell You
Surgeons have our lives in their hands, but most of us know more about the... -
14 Mistakes Doctors Wish You’d Stop Making Already
These slip-ups could seriously compromise your health care, according to the medical professionals we interviewed. -
17 Common Lies You Tell Your Doctor (and Why You Need to Just Stop)
Sometimes, a fib is harmless. In these cases, it’s not. -
13 Things Urgent Care Center Docs Won’t Tell You
We're always here to help you—but we're not always the help you need. -
This is Why Most Doctors Have Sloppy Handwriting
It isn't just a coincidence. -
This Is Why Doctors Still Use Pagers
The dinosaur technology actually makes a lot of sense. -
15 Health Myths That Make Doctors Cringe
Do you believe in "base tans"? Have you sworn off bread forever? Are you logging... -
Doctors Confess: 10 Ways Patients Screw Up in the ER
Here’s how these common patient behaviors can derail your getting the right diagnosis and...
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How Many Times a Year Should You Really See the Doctor for Checkups?
Are you seeing the doctor enough? Or too much? Find out how often you really... -
30 Healthy Habits from Every Type of Doctor
We asked medical professionals about their healthiest habits that anyone could implement in their everyday... -
Doctors Reveal the Annoying Things They Wish You Wouldn’t Do
From smelly feet to overbearing parents, the surprising things that annoy doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and... -
Doctors Reveal the Real Questions You Should Be Asking Them
Too often, patients neglect to ask vital questions that could affect their treatment or overall... -
12 Things Pharmacists Keep in Their Medicine Cabinet
Are you ready for the minor—and not-so-minor—home medical emergencies? Learn what pharmacists keep... -
28 Medical Words to Never, Ever Confuse
These words aren’t interchangeable, and a medical mistake could endanger your health. -
18 Truths People Will Tell Only Their Doctor
You might be shocked at what comes out of your loved one’s mouth in... -
Doctor Visits You Need to Make at Every Age
If you want to prevent illness, it's important to get the right screenings at the...
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16 Things Your Doctor’s Receptionist Knows About You
You can't lie to us—we have your entire life in your medical file! -
6 Signs Your Doctor Is a Keeper (And 5 Signs They’re Not!)
How does your doc stack up? -
7 of the Craziest Medical Cases Doctors Have Seen on the Job
Strange, creepy, and sometimes ugly medical cases actually exist. Here are real, unbelievable cases doctors... -
ER vs. Urgent Care: What’s the Difference?
When you need medical advice fast, you don't want to spend time debating whether urgent...