The House Call Doctor's Quick And Dirty Tips For Taking Charge Of Your Health

A special guest joins the House Call Doctor - Dr. Karen Latimer, an author and physician with special expertise in foreign travel and particularly with Ebola. Learn the truth about Ebola from a reliable source and get vital tips to protect yourself and your family during your upcoming international travels. Visit the website: http://bit.ly/1CH6PIa

Learn what the most common cause of heel pain is and how to treat it. Read the transcript: http://bit.ly/1wom83X

Listen to an exclusive excerpt of the audiobook "You Are Not Your Pain" by Vidyamala Burch and Danny Penman. This practical and accessible guide reveals a simple set of mindfulness-based practices that will help you treat chronic pain and feel better fast. Visit the website: http://bit.ly/1x5u0az

Men tend to seek medical care later than women, perhaps partially contributing to the gap in life expectancy between the two genders – women 81 years and men 76. So if you experience any of these 5 symptoms, it's time to visit the doctor ASAP. Read the transcript: http://bit.ly/1yCb5uw

Find out what acid reflux is, why it should be taken seriously, and how you can prevent it. Visit the website: http://bit.ly/1tPp92E

If you are planning on spending any time outdoors this winter, it’s important to know how to prevent and treat hypothermia. Learn more with these tips from House Call Doctor. Visit the website: http://bit.ly/1w47lkV

Women who experience perimenopause and/or menopause sometimes report lacking a sense of overall well-being. How do doctors diagnose menopause? And what are the common symptoms of menopause? Listen to find out. Visit the website: http://bit.ly/1p66M6T

Learn about Irritable Bowel Syndrome, a common cause of abdominal discomfort and diarrhea. Visit the website: http://bit.ly/1ujCzgm

Tuberculosis caused 1.5 million deaths in 2013 alone. Learn the symptoms and treatment of one of the deadliest, most contagious diseases in the world. Visit the website: http://bit.ly/1EuTJxQ

Imagine experiencing the symptoms of a UTI every day, without relief. That’s how people with Painful Bladder Syndrome feel. Learn more about this uncomfortable condition and how to treat it. Read the transcript: http://bit.ly/ZHP3an

Traveler's diarrhea is the most common illness in those who travel internationally, occurring in almost half of all travelers. If you plan on traveling abroad, make sure you understand the symptoms of this illness and how to treat it. Plus, learn 8 tips to prevent TD from ruining your trip. Read the transcript: http://bit.ly/1vMZ1Dn

Enterovirus D68 is one of the numerous viruses causing the common cold, but it can infrequently cause breathing difficulties in some patients. If you have children, especially if they suffer from asthma, keep listening for more on this virus, courtesy of the House Call Doctor. Visit the website: http://bit.ly/Yles8S

If you've ever experienced a "Charley horse," then you know how severely debilitating they can be. Find out what causes leg cramps, and how to treat them.

Most kids will experience constipation at one point or another, but occasionally, it can become a chronic, and very frustrating, medical issue for parents to deal with.Here are 3 steps to help your child overcome constipation.

The media coverage of the Ebola outbreak in West Africa has created quite a scare. How can a virus be so deadly? The House Call Doctor explains Ebola, and looks at whether or not it is a real threat to the rest of the world. Read the transcript: http://bit.ly/1phqJqx

The House Call Doctor explains Deep Venous Thrombosis (DVT), the medical diagnosis referring to a blood clot in the leg that can travel to the lungs, and potentially become life-threatening. Learn what blood clots are, who gets them, and how to tell if you have one.

Find out why some women have more hair in places that they shouldn't, what possible disorders can cause it, and how to treat it. Read the full transcript: http://bit.ly/1o9SKQv

Testosterone use has become quite the fad these days, with men of all ages seeking a prescription to treat seemingly everything under the sun. But what is the controversy over testosterone? Is it effective--and what are its associated risks? Who should actually be prescribed testosterone? The House Call Doctor examines the hoopla over the hormone. Read the transcript: http://bit.ly/1kf9Ont

Up to 10% of women are thought to have the hormonal imbalance known as Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS). It can cause irregular periods, female infertility, weight gain, acne, and excess body hair. What is it? Why is it important? And how can you get rid of it? Listen to find out.

Diaper rash is the most common rash diagnosed in the pediatric population. Up to one third of all babies suffer from this annoying, occasionally out-of-control condition that can be stubborn to treat. House Call Doctor has tips on how to best prevent and heal diaper rash.