Having relevant information to hand and making lists of any questions can make booking a first doctor’s appointment easier. It is important to see a doctor for any health concerns as soon as possible.

Last year, while on a business trip, internist Shaman Singh, M.D., developed red bumps on both feet. The 44-year-old initially chalked it up to bug bites, but when the rash spread up his legs and the ...

The doctors union, the British Medical Association (BMA), has warned that potentially serious health problems could be missed ...

Dr. Yurkiewicz is a primary care physician and oncologist on the faculty at Stanford University School of Medicine. She is the author of the new book, Fragmented: A Doctor’s Quest to Piece Together ...

The way patients book an appointment to see their GP has changed – and it has led to a bitter dispute. From today (1 October) ...

From today, every GP practice in England will have to offer online appointment bookings throughout the day. The move, ordered ...

Knowing where to go for medical attention can be confusing. This guide explains when to visit the emergency room (ER), urgent care clinic, or primary care health center. When someone has an accident ...

Some doctors have warned that the new system will lead to a 'tsunami' of requests but the government maintains it will ...