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When a doctor gave actress Diane Ladd six months to live after an IPF diagnosis, she fought back and lived seven more years filled with movies, books, and advocacy. Her daughter Laura Dern shares how speaking up and finding the right care team transformed their journey with lung disease.
When weeks of sleepless nights and ineffective pain medication left one patient desperate, an AI chatbot stepped in as an unexpected ally. The experience reflects a growing trend: one in three adults now turn to AI for health guidance.
Actress Busy Philipps discovered a rare brain tumor after seeking a preventive body scan her doctor said she didn't need. Her story shows the life-saving power of listening to your instincts about your health.
Ellis Fox thought everyone struggled to climb stairs and talk at the same time. A simple doctor visit revealed she had severe asthma and could feel so much better.
New AI apps are helping patients record and understand their doctor visits, joining the quarter of medical practices already using similar technology. These pocket-sized tools turn confusing medical appointments into clear summaries and action plans.
Millions wear fitness trackers, but raw data alone confuses more than it helps. Doctors now want to help patients turn those numbers into real health insights.
A Michigan woman survived pancreatic cancer not once but twice, and now she's dedicating her life to helping others fight the disease with the same determination that saved her. Her message: be your own advocate.
After analyzing 200+ studies, scientists created the world's first free website to help people with ADHD navigate treatment options backed by real evidence. The groundbreaking tool cuts through years of conflicting advice with clear, accessible information.
Before cancer treatment, patients are exercising their way to faster healing. New programs help them build strength before surgery, turning anxiety into action.
People with dementia now have a free resource that helps them confidently discuss their medications with doctors and potentially reduce harmful prescriptions. The PRIME tool was created with patients and caregivers, not just for them.