CHRONIC IS A TERM you've probably heard used to describe certain medical conditions. But you might know what it really means or which types of illnesses it refers to. Chronic conditions are diseases ...

As a lifelong health and fitness enthusiast with 15 years of experience, Rachel MacPherson is passionate about cutting through fads and noise. Her aim is to clearly communicate health information with ...

Dr. Edward Paul answers the question: 'How Does Chronic Pain Differ From Acute?' — -- Question: What Is Chronic Pain And How Does It Differ From Acute Pain? Answer: Chronic pain and acute pain ...

Muscle and joint aches. Shooting, stinging, or burning pain. Ongoing stiffness or squeezing sensations, pain so persistent and intense that it leads to constant fatigue, anxiety, depression, and ...

Chronic care management (CCM) refers to a Medicare care plan that can help direct a person’s healthcare. It lists information about the individual’s health and also explains the care they require.

A long and deeply-reported feature story in The Washington Post on Tuesday put a spotlight on the stark effect that an epidemic of chronic illness is taking on too many millions of Americans. "Forty ...

Crohn's disease is a chronic inflammatory bowel condition often missed early. Experts explain its causes, symptoms, diagnosis ...

These individuals may struggle to concentrate at work, keep up with social commitments or even find it difficult to perform basic tasks without feeling depleted. For them, fatigue isn’t simply ...

ME/CFS is a neurological condition characterized by malaise. Diagnosis requires ruling out other systemic illnesses.

As California enters 2026, new health-related laws taking effect on Jan. 1 will directly impact those living with chronic and rare diseases. These five bills signed into law by Gov. Gavin Newsom ...

Constipation is a problem with passing stool. How often you poop is different for each person. Some people poop several times a day and others poop only a few times a week. Passing fewer than three ...