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What doctors want patients to know about the common cold

Oct 9, 2026 | 13 Min Read
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12 Min Read

What doctors want patients to know about ALS

There is no cure for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)—aka Lou Gehrig’s disease. But recent advances offer some hope. Learn more.

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

What doctors want patients to know about concussions

Concussions shouldn't be brushed off as just a bump on the head. Recognizing signs early and knowing when to seek care can help with concussion recovery.

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Injury & Violence
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Jason Mitchell, MD, featured on "Health vs. Hype" AMA podcast (episode 3)
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9 things patients should know about taking creatine

The "Health vs. Hype" AMA podcast explores what creatine is, its association with bodybuilders, and whether it's safe for the general public.

Prevention & Wellness
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What doctors want patients to know about motion sickness

From car rides to roller coasters, motion sickness can strike fast. Knowing the common triggers and symptoms of motion sickness are key to prevention.

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Prevention & Wellness
What Doctors Want Patients to Know™
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What doctors want patients to know about swimmer’s ear

Don’t let your summer fun be derailed by painful swimmer’s ear, aka otitis externa. Three pediatricians dive deeper on what to know about swimmer’s ear.

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

What doctors want patients to know about Lyme disease

An early sign of Lyme disease is a bullseye rash from a tick bite. But symptoms can worsen if left untreated. Three infectious diseases physicians share more.

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Infectious Diseases
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7 Min Read

What doctors want patients to know about injectable peptides

Growing interest in injecting peptides is fueling questions about safety and risks. Patients should look past the hype and talk with a physician first. 

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Prevention & Wellness
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Jose Colon, MD, featured on "Health vs. Hype" AMA podcast
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6 Min Read

9 things patients should know about sleep trends

The latest "Health vs. Hype" AMA podcast explores the ways people pursue quality sleep—and what is actually getting in the way of that needed slumber.

Prevention & Wellness
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10 Min Read

What doctors want patients to know about seasonal allergies

Seasonal allergies shift with spring blooms, summer grasses and fall weeds. Khurram Naqvi, MD, of Northwest Permanente, shares how to manage symptoms.

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Chronic Diseases
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