I looked away from the nurse as she wrapped the tourniquet around my arm and prepared the needle. Then I realized that I was the only patient getting blood drawn. Everyone else was receiving ...

Dear Ann Landers: Please tell me if this is something new in medical circles and I am out of the loop. I happen to be one of those people who is nervous when I have to see a doctor for any reason.

DEAR DR. ROACH: I have recently begun seeing a new physician who dictates into a recorder during my entire exam. I find this very off-putting and don’t know what to do. Here is an example: Doctor ...

A new study suggests that people with advanced cancer prefer doctors communicate with them face-to-face with just a notepad in hand rather than repeatedly using a computer. These findings will be ...

CHICAGO (WLS) -- The New Year often motivates people to set new health goals and toss out bad habits. Whether you are looking to lose weight, manage stress, or solve a current health issue, one of the ...

Ask any woman how she feels about getting an annual pelvic exam and she may involuntarily pull her knees together and cringe. It's not exactly something she looks forward to. With a growing number of ...

During Glaucoma Awareness Month, New Mexico doctors emphasize the need for regular eye exams due to the risk of glaucoma and ...

Doctors typically carry out many rectal exams in their offices. They will ask the person to undress from the waist down. A person can expect the following steps: Doctors may also perform a rectal exam ...