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In 2018, Jenna Hastings of Austin, Texas, had just started college when she began having severely debilitating migraines. For the next few years, Jenna was constantly sick and managed her migraines as…

Alzheimer’s disease is cruel, both for the person it affects and those who love them. It can make people feel helpless, as memories slip away. While there’s no cure, medication can help slow or manage…

Being told you have lung cancer can feel overwhelming, but there’s more hope today than ever before. Advances in technology, surgery and medicine are opening new doors for patients. At Endeavor Health…

Lung nodules can serve as an early warning sign of lung cancer. Because lung cancer has one of the lowest five-year survival rates—only about one in four patients survive that long—early detection…

When you think about your health, it’s easy to focus on your heart, diet and state of mind. However, your lungs are at work every moment, fueling your body with oxygen and keeping you moving. Keeping…

When an adult visits their doctor complaining of muscle weakness that is gradually getting worse, and may be accompanied by fatigue and muscle twitching, their doctor may run a test for adult-onset…

We often associate exercise with great physical health, and for good reason. Exercise is one of the best ways to improve your health and lower your risk for conditions like diabetes and heart disease…

The understanding of concussions is consistently evolving and improving. With increased media attention on concussions in sports, there's a growing awareness in treatment approaches and…

A concussion can be a confusing and scary experience. With proper medical attention, most recover quickly, but around 20% of patients need extra support to fully heal. Knowing when to seek follow-up…

Your memory holds your stories, connections and sense of self. It helps you navigate daily life and gives you confidence in the things you do. As the years go by, it’s natural to wonder how well your…

Sleep. We all need it to function and live a healthy life. What does lack of sleep do to you? And, how do you know when your body needs more rest? Smita Patel, DO, a board-certified neurologist and…

Our bodies depend on vitamins for nearly every essential bodily function. Vitamins play a vital role in many processes, including energy production, cell growth and development, boosting our immune…