Locations:

Primary Care

From tips on managing chronic conditions to preventative care strategies, improve your overall health with our primary care insights.

People enjoying walking outdoors in the snow, with sun shining

February 20, 2025/Primary Care

The Health Benefits of Sunshine (and How Much You Need Per Day)

Just 10 to 30 minutes of sunlight provides vitamin D, boosts your mood and may even help you sleep better

Smiling person looking at their phone, sitting on couch

February 5, 2025/Women's Health

What Are Vaginal Detox Pearls?

These herbal pellets aren’t backed by science and can be harmful

Person with pant leg pulled up, holding their knee with both hands

February 5, 2025/Orthopaedics

Ice vs. Heat: Which Is Better for Your Pain?

Your choice depends on your reason and need for treatment

Person standing in their office in front of desk, rubbing their neck

February 4, 2025/Primary Care

For Relief, Pull the Trigger on a Trigger Point Massage

By focusing directly on your pain points, you may find short- and long-term relief with this type of massage

Cleveland Clinic is a non-profit academic medical center. Advertising on our site helps support our mission. We do not endorse non-Cleveland Clinic products or services. Policy

Person in sweater and knit hat facing window, with winter, snowy yard outside

February 3, 2025/Primary Care

Dry Air Can Negatively Impact Your Health — Here’s What To Do About It

Investing in a humidifier and keeping yourself hydrated can help you stay healthy despite dry air

Hand holding red capsule, with other hand holding glass of water

January 28, 2025/Women's Health

Magnesium Supplements for Period Cramps: Do They Help?

The research isn’t clear, but it’s safe to try this essential mineral for relief

Containers of medications with black box warning labels

January 17, 2025/Primary Care

What Is a ‘Boxed Warning’ on Medications?

‘Black box warnings’ on medications outline potential risks and important instructions

Assorted bottles of Rx medications with pills and capsules around

January 13, 2025/Primary Care

What Is a Generic Medication?

These similar versions of brand-name drugs are safe, effective and often less expensive

Open palm holding a white round pill and a white oblong tablet

January 10, 2025/Primary Care

Acetaminophen vs. Ibuprofen: What’s the Difference?

Though these painkillers work in different ways, they can both help reduce a fever and pain

January 7, 2025/Brain & Nervous System

Can the Glass Test Indicate Meningitis?

Pressing a glass on a rash provides some clues, but it’s not foolproof

BackPage 1 of 18Next