Ask Your Doctor: Do I Need This Cancer Test or Treatment? (ASCO) →
You may not need some common forms of imaging, screening tests, monitoring and drug therapy for cancer.
Asking Questions About Imaging Tests →
You should question some uses of imaging tests, because sometimes they're not needed.
Asking Questions About Medical Tests →
What sorts of questions should you ask when your doctor orders a test?
Avoid Opioids for Most Long-Term Pain →
In this guide you can read what the experts say about using opioids.
Back Pain Tests and Treatments (AAPM&R) →
Some tests and treatments for back pain may not be right for you. That's why it is important to talk to your doctor.
Bed Rest for Lower-Back Pain (NASS) →
Studies show that staying in bed longer than 48 hours won’t help with lower-back pain.
Best Drugs for Less →
Find Best Buy Drugs that are less expensive, as effective and as safe as some pricey, brand-name drugs.
Blood Tests for Miscarriage Risk (SMFM) →
Blood tests for thrombophilia often are not needed, even if you have had a pregnancy problem.
Blood Tests in the Hospital (SHM) →
In the hospital, if your blood test results stay the same after a day or two, you may not need them again.
Blood Transfusions for Anemia in the Hospital (ASH) →
Anemia is usually not urgent. Usually you don’t need a lot of blood. Or you may not need any blood at all.