Becoming a doctor requires dedication, hard work, and resilience. On the way to working at a hospital or clinic, future physicians must first complete a bachelor’s degree, take and pass the Medical College Admission Test (MCAT). Then comes medical school and a residency program. It’s a process that can take up to 10

  For the first time in over a decade, obesity rates in the United States may finally be heading in the right direction and new weight loss drugs like semaglutide could be part of the reason why. A new study published Friday in the journal, JAMA Health Forum, found that obesity numbers ticked down slightly

The holiday season is a time for indulgent meals with festive favorites like turkey and creamy mashed potatoes, but the aftermath of overeating can often leave you feeling bloated, sluggish, and uncomfortable. Here’s what you can do the day after One of the simplest ways to recover is by staying hydrated. Drinking water after a

  A group of smiling women of Latino descent interact outdoors around a table with dishes of food; 1 stands at the head, working a mortar and pestle Existing research shows a strong link between food insecurity and type 2 diabetes among Latino adults. Latino adults who experience food insecurity are three times more likely to have

  What is Medicare’s annual open enrollment? A time to review your Medicare coverage — whether you have original Medicare with prescription and supplement plans, or Medicare Advantage. During the fall enrollment period, you can sign up for new coverage or change your plan. You can switch from original Medicare to Medicare Advantage (or vice

  Medicare open enrollment, runs Oct. 15 through Dec. 7, is an opportunity to review your benefits and make changes for 2025. Signing up for Medicare or changing plans can seem daunting, but it’s important to make sure you’re enrolled in the best plan for your medical needs. This guide can help make the process