Going to the doctor for the first time on your own can be stressful. You may feel anxiety, concern, or fear. A little preparation can help build confidence and ensure your appointment goes well.

In the United States’ health care system, you can spend weeks or months anticipating a doctor‘s appointment, plus a few minutes or hours in the waiting room when the day comes. In contrast, your ...

Haupt is a health and wellness editor at TIME. Haupt is a health and wellness editor at TIME. Primary care doctors have heard it all—yet there are four words they hope their patients don’t say. Here’s ...

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 ...

In many cases, teenagers can have a doctor’s appointment without a parent or guardian present, although state laws vary. There are many reasons a teenager may want to see a doctor on their own, ...

If you need medical care but can’t schedule a timely appointment, consider finding a telehealth appointment, seeing another professional at your doctor’s practice, or visiting a walk-in or urgent care ...