Tag: Patient Care

President Donald Trump's diagnosis of chronic venous insufficiency, or CVI, shines a spotlight on a common condition for aging adults. What is the condition and how is it treated?

Pain and blisters are just two of many reasons to seek medical attention for a rash. Learn to recognize other signs you should move beyond home care.

Postoperative delirium is a serious, often preventable brain dysfunction after surgery. Recognizing risk and warning signs, sleep, and communication with care teams can help protect brain health and ...

Having trouble managing your child's screen time? Discover what science says about screens, sleep, and the developing brain—and how parents can help kids build healthier habits.

UR Medicine experts share steps you can take to make informed, compassionate decisions to help your parent age gracefully and confidently.

Wilmot study shows that APPs may be the secret to a new approach to care.

Pelvic floor health is crucial for overall well-being, but is often overlooked. Our experts in pelvic conditions at the University of Rochester Medical Center explain how to strengthen pelvic floor ...

Carpal tunnel syndrome often has no single cause. It tends to start gradually, so some people who experience the hand numbness and wrist pain that come with it might put off treatment. But that’s a ...

Bacterial Vaginosis (BV) is a common vaginal infection. But, can men get BV—or play a role in its transmission? Here's what you need to know about BV, how male partners can affect its recurrence, and ...

You probably can't name 240 languages—let alone understand them—but the University of Rochester Medical Center can. Effective communication is essential for quality healthcare, yet many patients face ...