Being sick is no fun at all—but if anything can make it even less pleasant, it’s those times it seems all but impossible to hear back from your doctor. When you’re facing a cold, a stomach bug, or ...

There are many ways to keep track of medical appointments, from traditional diaries and calendars to apps. What works for each person will depend on their needs and preferences. Tracking medical ...

There are several ways a person can reduce anxiety before a doctor’s appointment. These include taking a friend or family member with them, practicing anxiety-reducing techniques, and more. A person ...

The Calendly-like setting takes the pain out of finding a suitable meeting time. We walk you through the steps to set it up. I've been contributing to PCMag since 2011 in a variety of ways. My column, ...

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In the United States' health care system, you can spend weeks or months anticipating a doctor's appointment, plus a few minutes or hours in the waiting room when the day comes. In ...

Watch this video for tips on talking to your doctor — including what information to bring to an appointment and what follow-up questions to ask after a diagnosis. When you're sitting on an exam table ...