Joseph E. Ebinger

Jan 16, 2025 | health.usnews.com | Paul Wynn |K. Aleisha Fetters |Shanley Chien |Joseph E. Ebinger

Getty ImagesUndergoing surgery? You’re not alone. As the population’s age increases, so do the number of surgeries. In fact, an estimated 40 million to 50 million surgeries are done every year in the United States, according to the statistics, with hip replacement, knee replacement and heart bypass surgeries among the most frequent procedures.

Apr 3, 2024 | health.usnews.com | Christine Comizio |Joseph E. Ebinger

Getty ImagesNavigating the health care system is daunting, especially when determining which type of doctors or medical specialists to see for specific health concerns. Understanding the role of your primary care physician and various medical specialists will help you make informed decisions about your health care needs. Learn about the different types of medical specialists and when you may need a referral to visit a specialty doctor.

Mar 12, 2024 | health.usnews.com | Claire Wolters |Joseph E. Ebinger |Christine Comizio

Getty ImagesSocial media is welcoming a new self-care ritual: bed rotting. Creators say the trend, which involves lazing in bed for hours to days at a time, can help with mental health. But while it can be rejuvenating to take a rest day every once in a while, experts warn that staying bedridden for too long can be harmful to your physical and mental health.

Nov 21, 2023 | health.usnews.com | Claire Wolters |Joseph E. Ebinger |Lisa Esposito |Paul Wynn

Are you experiencing unexpected fatigue, tingling fingers or hair loss? While this could be the result of a variety of health conditions, it could also signal a vitamin deficiency. In the United States, severe vitamin deficiencies and malnutrition are rare. However, many people present with some level of micronutrient inadequacy, which means they are not meeting the estimated average requirement for certain vitamins.

May 17, 2023 | medscape.com | Amber Tang |Eugene Yang |Joseph E. Ebinger

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