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.

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 ...

These helpful tips may help you get seen to more quickly. April 15, 2012— -- When you need to see a doctor, you want an appointment ASAP. Trouble is, your idea of "possible" is usually very ...

As stories of ICE agents impeding health care proliferate, fear has taken priority over health concerns, the doctors said. Patients are skipping appointments in “alarming” numbers and leaving ...

Haupt is a health and wellness editor at TIME. Haupt is a health and wellness editor at TIME. If you've tried to schedule a doctor’s appointment recently, you might have had to flip your calendar to a ...

When Jessica Lopez moved to New Orleans from Honduras, she was concerned about finding a doctor for her various health goals. Through family recommendations, Lopez found a doctor at the St. Thomas ...

It can be difficult to accept, but the people who took care of you when you were young may need your help as they age – and it's a good idea to plan ahead for this time. “Finding the right moment ...