Catholic Health News & Stories

Prevent the development of high blood pressure by leading a healthy lifestyle.

Eating less meat—or even giving it up entirely—may reduce your risk of disease and improves your overall health.

Your PCP will carefully review all bloodwork results.

While the two inflammatory bowel diseases are alike in many ways, there are key differences.

Anemia is the most common noncancerous blood disorder.

Kidneys play a vital role in maintaining your overall health.

Thyroid conditions can occur in people of any age, gender or ethnic background.

Your health improves within minutes of quitting.

Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related deaths among men and women.

Cyclic and non-cyclic breast pain have different symptoms and causes.

Noncancerous breast diseases commonly cause breast changes.

Hidden scary surgery minimizes disfigurement from large incisions.

PCOS is a complex condition that affects your entire body.

A panic attack and a heart attack share similar symptoms.

The likelihood of developing a blood clot increases the longer you sit without moving your legs.

Screening for cancer is an essential part of taking care of your health.

Exercise is an effective way to lower your blood pressure.

Safely enjoy the sun with these helpful tips.

A potentially serious medical condition, heat intolerance can cause long-lasting health problems if you ignore the warning signs.

A well-balanced, nutrient-dense diet and physical activity are key factors to help prevent cancer.

Hydration plays many essential roles in keeping your body healthy. One of the best ways to stay hydrated is drinking enough water.

A newborn brings a range of emotions for a mom.

Restless legs syndrome (RLS) causes an uncontrollable urge to move your legs. Learn more about the condition.

Nearly 80% of women will develop fibroids by the age of 50.

Dr. Laura Sheridan-Kelchner shares helpful information about preparing for and recovering from a cesarean section (C-section).

These tips can help ensure you are taking your medication safely as well as safely storing and disposing.

An upper endoscopy is performed by a gastroenterologist to examine your upper digestive system.

The advantages of robotic-assisted surgery for patients with kidney tumors.

Vertigo, or the feeling that your environment is spinning even when you’re not moving, is a symptom of another health condition.

Help protect your bones.

health maintenance and symptom awareness are the most important aspects of early diagnosis.

Dr. Yi-Chun Lee, gynecologic oncologist and system chair of Women’s Health Services at Catholic Health, answers commonly asked questions about gynecologic cancer.

Helpful information about common skin rashes and what you can do to prevent them.

Heat intolerance causes a more extreme reaction than the typical discomfort many people feel when temperatures rise.

Start taking the first step toward controlling your diabetes.