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Explore the laws surrounding record requests to help you understand your rights and find the easiest way to get your records.

September 23, 2022 ·4 min read

Did you know that after a certain period of time most hospitals and doctors’ offices are legally allowed to throw out all of your medical records? Find out how long your state requires providers to keep your records.

September 23, 2022 ·10 min read

Learn the laws and regulations behind patient medical record requests to better know what is expected of you and your patient through the process.

September 20, 2022 ·4 min read

Misdiagnosis is a very real problem. In this article, Guava helps you understand what diseases are more susceptible to a misdiagnosis and steps you can take to avoid one yourself.

September 13, 2022 ·5 min read

Whether you are trying to get pregnant or avoid it, Guava explains your menstrual cycle and introduces several ways to help you track your fertility.

September 13, 2022 ·4 min read

Learn more about vaccines, how they work, the types of vaccines available, and why you need them - a comprehensive guide to getting vaccinated.

September 2, 2022 ·7 min read

A change in weather affects our plans, outfits, and even mood, but did you know it also affects our body? Learn how temperature, humidity, sunlight, and more can affect our everyday health.

August 16, 2022 ·5 min read

Why is too much sugar bad for you? Read more to understand what the term "blood sugar" means, what the risks of high blood sugar are, and why general recommendations don't always work.

August 12, 2022 ·4 min read

Guava compares several popular diets frequently mentioned in today’s social media. We discuss each diet's benefits and disadvantages to find out whether they hold scientific ground or not.

August 3, 2022 ·11 min read

Picking a fitness watch can be overwhelming and frustrating. That’s why Guava makes it easy with this comparative overview on the top four fitness watch brands.

July 27, 2022 ·6 min read

Guava health addresses hypertension, how it earned its name the “silent killer,” and tips to prevent this disease.

July 27, 2022 ·5 min read

June 21, 2022 ·7 min read

Guava Health investigates six different methods scientists are exploring to understand how to slow aging.

May 23, 2022 ·5 min read

Are you over age 45? Guava Health outlines how frequently you should be screened for 10 health conditions and diseases, citing research from the Preventative Health Task Force, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and medical journals.

April 19, 2022 ·6 min read

Guava Health compiled a list of important medical information to have prepared in case of an emergency.

March 28, 2022 ·3 min read

Emily Von Weise discusses her diagnosis journey with Lyme, and how her new project, Guava, can help others.

March 8, 2022 ·2 min read

Guava Health compiled a list of health metrics that professional athletes measure, and broke down what they reveal about overall health and athletic performance.

February 24, 2022 ·5 min read

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January 24, 2022 ·7 min read

Guava Health draws on numerous public health sources to examine the many upsides to tracking your health care and history over time.

January 12, 2022 ·4 min read

Guava Health compiled a list defining 15 medical terms that patients may see in their newly available medical records, with info from Mayo Clinic and others.

December 7, 2021 ·5 min read

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