Jay N. Yepuri, MD, MS, FACG, is a board-certified gastroenterologist and member of the Digestive Health Associates of Texas Board of Directors and Executive Committee. A liver function test checks how ...

“Bad,” or LDL, cholesterol is a major risk factor for heart disease and most people are screened for it as part of their yearly physicals. There’s another marker in the blood that may be a better ...

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If you're lactose intolerant, you will notice symptoms after you consume dairy. A hydrogen breath test measures hydrogen levels to check for lactose intolerance. A glucose blood test can show lactose ...

Carley Millhone is a writer and editor based in the Midwest who covers health, women's wellness, and travel. Her work has appeared in publications like SELF, Greatist, and PureWow. Jay N. Yepuri, MD, ...

As we get into another winter holiday season, COVID is still part of our lives. And although it's hard to predict exactly what this year's cold, flu and coronavirus season will look like, experts want ...

The best time to take a pregnancy test is the first day after a missed period. You should wait 21 days after unprotected sex if you don't know when your period is due. Whether you're actively trying ...

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Not all blood tests require you to fast, but you should always follow your doctor’s instructions if you do need to fast for a specific exam. Blood tests are common procedures that healthcare providers ...

For generations of U.S. schoolchildren, phrases like "shuttle run" and "sit-and-reach" likely conjure vivid memories of what was once a staple of American physical education: the Presidential Fitness ...

It was once a rite of passage for millions of American schoolchildren before being phased out under the Obama administration. But now public school students across the U.S. once again face being rated ...