When the clocks spring forward, your body pays the price. Clinical psychologist and sleep expert Kelly Baron, PhD, explains why losing just one hour of sleep can raise your risk...
That warm salt water gargle your mom swears by? It might make your throat feel better, but it will not actually make your cold go away any faster. According to...
Hand arthritis is nearly inevitable with age, but for some, the pain can interfere with daily life. Orthopedic surgeon Doug Hutchinson, MD, talks to Tom Miller, MD, about when surgery...
Nearly 500,000 men in the U.S. get vasectomies each year, but myths about pain, sexual function, and long-term health risks still deter many. Urologist and reproductive expert Alex Pastuszak, MD...
One in three women experiences constipation after surgery, making recovery uncomfortable and sometimes painful. Anesthesia, narcotics, and limited mobility all play a role in slowing the gut. Kirtly Jones, MD...
Hernias are one of the most common conditions requiring surgery, but not all need immediate treatment. Hernia specialist Rodney Barker, MD, explains what a hernia is, why symptoms can look...
Up to 75% of adults with birch tree pollen allergies also react to apples or celery. Cindy Gellner, MD, explains oral allergy syndrome, why it happens, and how families can...
Seasonal allergies can cause sneezing, a runny nose, itchy eyes, and other frustrating symptoms—often at predictable times of the year. Tom Miller, MD, explains how to recognize allergy symptoms, differentiate...
Injuries at home are the leading cause of death in children under age four—most of them preventable. Pediatrician Cindy Gellner, MD, outlines the five most common pediatric home injuries and...
Vasectomy is simple, safe, and shockingly underused in the United States. When a couple decides they are done having children, who takes on the responsibility of permanent birth control? Women's...
It is common knowledge that smoking cigarettes is bad for you. It can cause significant health complications including lung cancer and COPD. Lung tissue, once damaged, cannot repair itself. So...
Traveling during pregnancy does not have to be overwhelming. With the right knowledge about timing, destinations, and travel precautions, you can enjoy a safe and stress-free journey. OB/GYN Jennifer Feige...
It might seem like your child does not eat enough, is never hungry, or will not eat at all, and you worry they will starve unless you spoon-feed them yourself...
Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) can be challenging to diagnose, especially with overlapping symptoms from conditions like irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). John Valentine, MD, explains the symptoms, risk factors, and diagnostic...
As many women are faced with the challenges of establishing a career path and finding a stable partner, starting a family is now happening later in life. OB/GYN Kirtly Jones...
Ever had a very large, inflamed insect bite and freaked out? Tom Miller, MD, talks to Mark Eliason, MD, about the body’s defenses when it comes to bug bites, how...
You may have heard about gout in history class, but it is still around today. If anyone in your family has suffered from the condition, you may be at risk...
Could eating spicy food during pregnancy cause your child to go blind? Can cocoa butter prevent stretch marks? Does a chronic stomach ache mean your baby will be a boy...
Do you find yourself short of breath, even from a slow walk with the dog? Do you have to catch your breath at the top of a short staircase? Pulmonary...
Should you go to the doctor for a cold? It’s a pretty common question. After all, colds can be miserable and who wouldn’t want to feel better? Find out if...
Does it seem like your child gets bad colds every winter? If it lasts longer than a month, there is a good chance the sneezing and sniffling are not from...
The prescription pain relievers you once used after an injury or surgery seem to no longer help with the pain. After extended use, drugs like morphine or oxycodone may not...
There are many potential health benefits associated with taking Omega-3 supplements, and there may be a new one to add to that list. New research found that fish oil supplements...
Are you the parent of a teenager? Then you know how hard it can be to talk to them about, well, anything. This is especially true when trying to talk...
