A common saying in medicine is that “vital signs are vital,” and height is an often and inappropriately neglected vital sign.

In my opinion, neglecting to take the height is a mistake. While it is true that height does not change appreciably for ...

In my opinion, neglecting to take the height is a mistake. While it is true that height does not change appreciably for ...

Not only can this cause dryness and discomfort, but the urethra sometimes doesn’t seal properly, and bacteria can get into ...

You are also right that the iodine-containing dye from CT scans can precipitate hyperthyroidism in a person who is destined to get it. However, the risk of this occurring is low. There is no increased ...

Your recent column regarding edema from venous insufficiency caught my interest since I was diagnosed with venous ...

A good class pet is active during the school day, comfortable with the average temperature and humidity in the building, and ...

Cockroach infestations don’t just bring creepy crawlers, they fill homes with allergens and bacterial toxins that can trigger asthma and allergies. NC State researchers found that larger infestations ...

Not only can this cause dryness and discomfort, the urethra sometimes doesn’t seal properly, and bacteria can get into the ...

Not only can this cause dryness and discomfort, the urethra sometimes doesn't seal properly, and bacteria can get into the ...

In a recent column, you wrote that hormone replacement therapy should be considered in elderly women to prevent urinary tract ...