Health

Medical bills are seen in Temple Hills, Md., on June 26, 2023.(AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin, File) By Cora LewisASSOCIATED PRESS NEW YORK — Unexpectedly high medical bills are common in the United States, but there are ways to get relief. According to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, one in five Americans are affected by outstanding medical…

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BPT As a sleep medicine specialist, Dr. Christopher J. Allen knows well the importance of sleep health, which is not only defined by the number of hours the individual sleeps, but also the quality of the sleep and the absence of sleep disorders1. He regularly sees patients who have conditions like obstructive sleep apnea (OSA),…

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BPT Do you snore? You may be tempted to dismiss it as an annoying but nonserious condition. You may even have a family history of snoring or think of it as an unavoidable side effect of aging. However, snoring is often the first sign of sleep apnea. What is sleep apnea? Sleep apnea is a…

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BPT Did you know that cholesterol and inflammation are partners in causing heart attack and stroke? Inflammation is your body’s internal fight against harmful conditions, but if it’s on overtime, it can cause its own harm. If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with heart disease, you may want to talk to your…

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FAMILY FEATURES The earliest years of children’s lives lay the foundation for their social and emotional well-being, setting the stage for success in school and beyond. For parents, caregivers, and educators, it’s crucial to prioritize and nurture the mental health of children in their care. Dr. Lauren Loquasto, senior vice president and chief academic officer…

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BPT Taking care of your sexual and reproductive health is an important part of your overall well-being. Many people find it hard to talk about, and there are many myths about sexuality and reproduction. To clarify some of the confusion, Dr. Mary Jane Minkin, an OB-GYN professor at Yale School of Medicine, offers the following…

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ABOVE PHOTO: FILE – The U.S. Surgeon General’s Warning appears on a pack of Camel cigarettes purchased at a Chicago area newsstand on Nov. 30, 2012. In a Monday, June 17, 2024, opinion piece for The New York Times, Dr. Vivek Murthy has called on Congress to require warning labels on social media platforms similar…

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ABOVE PHOTO: A SIGN FOR ELI LILLY & CO. SITS OUTSIDE THEIR CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS in Indianapolis on April 26, 2017. A closely watched Alzheimer’s drug from Eli Lilly won the backing of federal health advisers on Monday, June 10, 2024, setting the stage for the treatment’s expected approval for people with mild dementia caused by…

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FAMILY FEATURES Stroke can happen to anyone – it happens to more than 800,000 people every year in the United States. Knowing the signs of stroke and how to prevent it can help protect you or your loved ones from disabilities caused by stroke. That’s why the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS),…

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BPT Healthy sight allows you to see all of the world’s wonders, and healthy retinas make healthy sight possible. When retinal disease strikes and a clear view of the world is replaced by a curtain-like shadow, central blurriness or straight lines that appear wavy, it’s critical to seek out the expert care uniquely provided by…

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