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11 MIN READ

What doctors wish patients knew about managing psoriasis

Scaly, dry or itchy skin can be signs of psoriasis, and effective treatments probably won’t come over the counter. Two dermatologists share more.

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What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
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What doctors wish patients knew about seasonal affective disorder

Seasonal affective disorder is more than just the winter blues. It is a form of depression linked to changing seasons. A psychiatrist shares more.

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What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
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What doctors wish patients knew about acne treatment

It’s time to break through the blemishes. Two dermatologists discuss what to expect—and know—about acne treatments to achieve healthy skin.

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What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
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10 MIN READ

What doctors wish patients knew about proper ear care

Taking care of your ears helps reduce ear infections and prevent hearing loss. Two otolaryngologists share what to keep in mind.

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What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
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Top health tips infectious diseases physicians want you to know

Check out this helpful and informative advice from infectious diseases physicians that can help patients protect themselves from viruses and bacteria.

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What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
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7 steps women should follow to improve blood pressure control

Learn from AMA member physicians about what women should keep in mind to lower their blood pressure and reduce their risk for heart disease.

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What doctors wish patients knew about carpal tunnel syndrome

There’s confusion among some patients who think any hand pain is carpal tunnel syndrome. But it’s not. Two hand surgeons set the record straight.

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What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
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What doctors wish patients knew about RSV infection

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) hospitalizes over 50,000 Americans each year. Two physicians information on which preventive steps to take.

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What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
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What doctors wish patients knew about managing anxiety disorders

Everyone experiences anxiety at some point, but it becomes a medical problem when it seriously interrupts your life. Two psychiatrists share more.

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What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™