What happens when you give a medical student the opportunity to care for a family for four years—in their own home? A lot. The physical and emotional distance between a...
The profession of medicine is rooted in an ancient foundation of character and caring. But how does the Hippocratic Oath pertain to modern health care and the complex ecosystem of...
Equity, diversity, and inclusion work is never easy. It requires that we face our flaws and grapple with challenging questions. How do we foster civil discourse so that people with...
For many, the intersection of the COVID-19 pandemic, an EDI reckoning, and record levels of burnout have radically changed the way we think about our professional and personal lives. With...
Medical school isn't easy—the work is complex, the schedule is demanding, and students need mental endurance to balance all of their responsibilities. But with the right support, they can find...
Health care and medical education have traditionally been centered in big cities. But 20% of the U.S. population lives in rural areas—and only 5% of applicants to medical school come...
If you have a hernia and it’s causing you pain, you need to get it treated. Hernias will not go away on their own. Learn what treatment options are available...
If you are pre-diabetic, a regular weekly exercise routine can be an important and easy way to prevent diabetes. On today's Health Minute, endocrinologist Dr. Tim Graham talks about why...
Emergency rooms and clinics sometimes use glue rather than stitches for smaller lacerations. On today's Health Minute, emergency room physician Dr. Troy Madsen share one of his favorite health hacks...
When a child gets sick and throws up, it can cause great concern for parents. On today's Health Minute, pediatrician Dr. Cindy Gellner explains the warning signs of vomiting in...
When a child starts throwing up or has diarrhea from a stomach bug, it can make parents nervous. On today's Health Minute, pediatrician Dr. Cindy Gellner explains what to normally...
When children catch a stomach bug, vomiting is normal and it shouldn't last more than 24 hours. On today's Health Minute, pediatrician Dr. Cindy Gellner explains why you should not...
Nutrition labels on the back of food products can be confusing. On today's Health Minute, registered dietitian Theresa Dvorak explains three key things to look for and understand on nutrition...
What exactly is fatty liver disease and how is it treated? And what do you do if your doctor tells you that you're "healthy enough" despite your personal goals to...
Should you seek emergency help if you have somehow swallowed a chicken bone? On today's Health Minute, emergency room physician Dr. Troy Madsen tells you how to know if a...
Do you know why you shouldn't eat undercooked pork? Scot learned the hard way. You'll also learn how to have productive conversations with your doctor about whatever it is that...
Knee injuries can cause different forms of pain or instability that can impact your quality of life. On today's Health Minute, orthopedic surgeon Dr. Matheau Eysser talks about common symptoms...
Scot finds himself inspired by an actor's willingness to share the work to getting back into shape after COVID-19. Troy's article about the severity of e-scooter injuries strikes close to...
Mitch and Troy are back from speaking with their doctors about their migraines. They share their experience and treatment. Troy shares a medical article about the effectiveness of treating headaches...
Nausea is a very common condition in the emergency room. But according to Dr. Troy Madsen, there's actually not much an ER doctor can do to help with the symptoms...
One of the guys stepped it up, two stumbled, and one moved into the next stage of adulthood. Join the WCAMH guys and take the Declutter Challenge to improve your...
Do you ever have discomfort in your chest after a long walk? Out of breath after going up a flight of stairs? These may be potential warning signs of coronary...
Nosebleeds can sometimes be difficult to stop. Emergency room physician Dr. Troy Madsen says the fastest way to stop nosebleeds is to pinch the soft part of the nose shut...
A nice, long, hot shower might be relaxing, but it could also cause dry and itchy skin. On today's Health Minute, dermatologist Dr. Emily McKenzie share the truth about how...
