The House Call Doctor's Quick and Dirty Tips for Taking Charge of Your Health

The House Call Doctor explains the different types of anemia, and their most common causes and symptoms--and fills you in on how anemia is diagnosed, and how to treat it. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2bgGtKy

Lupus is a hereditary disorder belonging to a category of diseases called “autoimmune” disorders, in which the immune system misperceives various parts as foreign, builds an immune response, and mounts an attack. Musicians Seal, Toni Braxton, and even Michael Jackson have reportedly been diagnosed with lupus. What is lupus? How is it diagnosed? Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2binhIx

If you have a super picky eater on your hands, learn House Call Doctor's 12 tips on how to get them to eat more food and more variety - without turning every meal into a battleground.

Lorraine is a 32 year old administrative executive who develops a rash on her face after a summer excursion with her family in Hawaii. Is it a sunburn? What else could it be? Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2abFaLE

Up to 10% of American women get diagnosed with gestational diabetes in their pregnancy, and one fourth of them go on to develop diabetes later in life. Find out what gestational diabetes is and how its screened. Plus learn about its complications and treatment strategies. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2a4sc44

25 states in the U.S. have now legalized marijuana, while others are currently considering legalization. What is the appeal of marijuana? Why is it gaining so much attention? And could it be of any potential benefit to your own health condition? Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/29zv6xp

Last week, we discussed the top 10 tips used to treat insomnia without the use of medications. Today, let's learn about the 7 most commonly prescribed over-the-counter and prescription medications used to help you catch your Z's. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/29wPYz3

Who works behind the scenes to improve your health care? Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1Y7hIAr

Learn about the DASH diet and how it can lower your blood pressure naturally. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1Te7DLf

What is high cholesterol? And why is it a problem? House Call Doctor answers all your cholesterol questions, plus has 10 effective lipid-lowering strategies (no pills required). Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1Q861Ry

Find out why everyone who has ever been infected with the chicken pox virus should be aware of shingles. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1psTVNZ

Learn about gluten sensitivity and what Celiac Disease really entails. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1OFWssh

Should you be worried? How can you best protect yourselves if you are pregnant? Learn what you can do to protect yourselves and loved ones from this potentially tragic bug. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1TLnIxn

Difficulty with sleep is one of the most common medical complaints. That's why today, House Call Doctor has 10 medication-free tips to help you catch your Z's. In Part 2 of this series, she'll provide prescription and over-the-counter alternatives. Read the transcript: http://bit.ly/1jb8Nvz

Receiving a call from your doctors office that your cholesterol is high can be rather intimidating. Let's learn what these numbers in this panel really individually mean, and how doctors decide when it's time for a medication. Do your homework before you see your doctor by listening to this vital topic. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1XczBex