Are You Contagious? What You Need to Know Before Seeing a Provider
When is an illness contagious? When should you stay home from work or school to keep others from getting sick? Get the answers from UR Medicine.
Healthy Living
When to Get Your Flu Shot and Symptoms to Look for
Flu season is here: Learn when to get your flu shot and what symptoms to look for.
Can Gratitude Benefit Your Health?
How giving thanks, keeping a gratitude journal, and being mindful can impact health and well-being
Supporting Caregivers: Remember to Care for Yourself, Too
Explore support groups, stress management strategies, and tips to help caregivers avoid burnout.
The ABCs of IUDs: What to Expect with Intrauterine Device (IUD) Insertion, Use, and Removal
An intrauterine device (IUD) is a small, T-shaped birth control device that is inserted into the uterus by your provider. IUDs are a highly effective form of long-acting reversible contraception (or ...
What is Robotic Surgery?
Robotic surgery is a form of minimally invasive surgery that is becoming widely used in hospitals across the United States. The technique, which uses robotic arms and a high-definition, 3D camera, ...
Constipation Relief for Kids
Constipation is common in kids. Here's how to help at home, and when to visit the doctor.
What Does it Feel Like to Have a G-tube?
Learn what it's like to live with a gastrostomy tube, how they differ from PEG tubes, and tips for managing leaking stomach acid, tube care, and more.
Are Energy Drinks Bad for You?
Energy drinks are growing in popularity as an alternative pick-me-up to coffee, but are they safe for your heart? Not when consumed frequently or in large quantities, says cardiac electrophysiologist ...
5 Tips for Managing Diabetes
Diabetes may be common but that doesn’t make living with it easy. UR Medicine endocrinologist Dr. Laticia Valle offers five tips for managing diabetes.