MedStar Health Blog

When the virus that causes coronavirus (COVID-19) first appeared in the United States, the medical community warned that patients with an underlying disease would find their pre-existing condition t...

Like the Beach Boys, your vocal cords appreciate good vibrations. But illness or vocal trauma can affect the vibrations in your voice box (larynx), resulting in hoarseness—or, in some cases, ...

As COVID-19 changes our daily routines, many of us may be struggling to remain active or make healthy food choices while we’re at home. But, now is as good a time as ever to start taking care of ourse...

Any emergency is a challenge. And without advance preparation, that challenge can quickly become overwhelming. Emergency management calls for being prepared, beforehand. The COVID-19 pandemic is th...

Kids who attend public schools in the U.S. collectively miss nearly 3 million days of school every year because of pink eye, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. While it can s...

Did you know that skin cancer is the most common type of cancer? And, even more concerning, it often goes unrecognized.Understanding signs and symptoms can help you determine whether that spot on your...