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12 Min Read

What doctors wish patients knew about getting a good night’s sleep

Sleep’s importance to health rivals exercise or healthful eating. Three AMA member sleep medicine physicians share what patients should understand.

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Prevention & Wellness
What Doctors Want Patients to Know™
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12 Min Read

What doctors wish patients knew about breast-cancer prevention

Breast cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death among women in the United States. Two physicians share how you can reduce your risk. 

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Chronic Diseases
What Doctors Want Patients to Know™
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12 Min Read

What doctors wish patients knew about vitamins and supplements

With more than 100,000 different supplements available, it is unclear what is safe to take. Three physicians aim to clear things up about vitamins and supplements. 

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Prevention & Wellness
What Doctors Want Patients to Know™
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18 Min Read

What doctors wish patients knew about polycystic ovary syndrome

With the right information and support, women living with PCOS can manage their condition and lead healthy lives. Four physicians share more.

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Population Health
What Doctors Want Patients to Know™
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11 Min Read

What doctors wish patients knew about women's sleep health

From puberty to menopause, women face unique sleep struggles. Lindsay McCullough, MD, of Rush Medical Group, discusses how to improve sleep quality.

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Prevention & Wellness
What Doctors Want Patients to Know™
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15 Min Read

What doctors wish patients knew about healthy aging

Attention to aging well shouldn’t begin as an older adult. It is important to start young. Four physicians share how patients can practice healthy aging.

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Prevention & Wellness
What Doctors Want Patients to Know™
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8 Min Read

What doctors wish parents knew about when to seek emergency care

Unsure if your child needs the emergency department, urgent care or a checkup? William Lennarz, MD, of Ochsner Children’s, shares how parents can decide.

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Population Health
What Doctors Want Patients to Know™
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7 Min Read

What doctors wish patients knew about rebound congestion

Also known as rhinitis medicamentosa, this condition occurs when you overuse nasal sprays. John R. Craig, MD, of Henry Ford Health, shares more.  

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Chronic Diseases
What Doctors Want Patients to Know™
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10 Min Read

What doctors wish patients knew about taking naps

James Rowley, MD, of Rush University System for Health, says napping for 15–20 minutes can refresh, but taking frequent naps hints at poor sleep.

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Prevention & Wellness
What Doctors Want Patients to Know™