Harvard Heart Letter

Cellulitis: How long does it take to heal on legs?

Cellulitis is an infection of the deep layers of the skin. It develops when bacteria enter through a cut, bite,…

22 hours ago

What does it mean to have a heart attack?

Envision a heart attack, and you probably think of someone clutching his chest in agony, being rushed to…

2 days ago

Stopping pain before it turns chronic

A not-so-favorite game played by many older adults is "pain of the day," where they share what currently hurts and…

6 days ago

When is a drug rash more than just a rash?

You were recently started on antibiotics for an infection and you are now doing well. But slowly your skin begins…

1 week ago

Urinary Tract Infection in Men

What is a urinary tract infection? Urinary tract infections involve the parts of the body — the kidneys, ureters, bladder…

3 weeks ago

The humble gallbladder – Harvard Health

In the hierarchy of digestive organs, you might first list the stomach, liver, or colon. But there's a pear-shaped sac…

4 weeks ago