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What to Know About Cyclosporiasis in New Hampshire and Vermont
Find out about how the disease is affecting the region and what to do about it.
How Do Stress and High Cortisol Affect Your Health?
Cortisol is one of your body's most misunderstood hormones. Often blamed for everything from belly fat to burnout, cortisol is much more complex than you might think.
What Scientists Are Learning About Vaccines, Women, and Older Adults
New research underscores the benefits of vaccines not just for children but also for older Americans. And for women aged 65 and older, vaccines could provide even more protection than you might think.
What Are the Early Signs of Arthritis?
Arthritis refers to more than 100 conditions that cause joint pain, swelling, and stiffness. It is one of the oldest known diseases in humans.
Dear Dartmouth Health: I've never donated blood before, how can I tell if I'm eligible?
In this edition of "Dear Dartmouth Health," Amber Grantham, a donor relations specialist with Dartmouth Health’s Blood Donor Program, answers questions about blood donor eligibility and how to know if you qualify to give.
Is Palliative Care the Same as End-of-Life or Hospice Care?
People think palliative care is for people who are dying, but it is for anyone living with a serious illness that affects their quality of life and ability to do daily tasks. It can also help you live longer.
Could You Have Diabetes and Not Know It?
If diabetes goes undiagnosed or untreated for a long time, high blood sugar can gradually damage blood vessels and nerves throughout the body. The damage often happens slowly, and you might not realize there’s a problem until complications develop.
Is Pollen Really Worse This Year?
Learn what pollen is in the air in the region and how to better track and manage your pollen allergies by season.
How to Manage and Treat Menopause and Its Symptoms
Many women struggle with this transition. Here's what you need to know about coping with its symptoms.
How Much Fiber Do You Need?
Getting enough fiber helps stabilize blood sugar, lower LDL cholesterol, and reduce the risk of chronic diseases like heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and colon cancer.