MedStar Health Blog

Between 2000 and 2010, data from the U.S. Census Bureau show huge increases in the numbers of older Americans between the ages of 80 and 99. Today, more people than ever need solutions for heari...

Data from a 2018 study have confirmed the standard of care for many women with early-stage breast cancer: chemotherapy isn’t always necessary, and actually is unlikely to be effective in certain women...

We know how challenging it can be to keep track of your health records and appointments. That’s why we developed myMedStar—a free and secure online patient portal where you can conveniently manage you...

The American Cancer Society has released new colonoscopy recommendations: Adults at average risk should start getting colonoscopies at 45 instead of 50. The update is due to an alarming trend th...

Sarcomas, which are cancers that start in bones, fat or muscle, are rare and can be challenging to treat. Historically, amputation was the only option for treating patients who had a sarcoma in ...

The month of May brought together MedStar Health Research Institute associates at three locations for our biannual town halls. Hosted at University Town Center, MedStar Union Memorial Hospital, and ...