As Kimberly Crisp approached middle age, blood work revealed that she had elevated blood sugar and cholesterol. If nothing changed, her doctor said, Crisp would need to start medication. Despite ...

If you’ve ever wondered about your HIV status but haven’t gotten the test for whatever reason—time, cost, anxiety—now is your chance to bypass at least some of these concerns. It’s super easy to fill ...

Lindsay Modglin is a nurse and professional writer who regularly writes about complex medical topics, as well as travel and the great outdoors. She holds a professional certificate in scientific ...

You may need more flexibility in blood test screening than your local lab allows. Perhaps privacy, transportation, or the sheer repetition of certain tests leave you longing for a more personalized ...

In July, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved a new blood-based test to screen for colorectal cancer (CRC). The FDA's approval of Shield (Guardant Health) marks a notable achievement, as ...

(Nanowerk Spotlight) The human body is an intricate network of electrical signals, with every cell, tissue, and organ relying on precise electrical communication to function properly. At the heart of ...