If your child plays outdoor sports, it's important to make sure their body doesn't get too warm. Emergency room physician Dr. Troy Madsen talks about the difference between heat exhaustion...
You’ve taken steps in your family planning, and now you’re ready for a baby. How long after stopping birth control are you fertile again? Well, it depends on the contraceptive...
If you or a loved one are experiencing issues like spinal stenosis or an impacted disk, you may be considering spinal surgery. This may seem like a complicated operation with...
The food you eat is a critical component of health. But talking about nutrition and making a nutritious meal are two different things. That's why for the next four weeks...
A lot of parents are concerned about keeping their kids safe during the COVID pandemic. Parents and teenagers may be vaccinated, but younger kids are not eligible to receive the...
According to Dr. Priyanka Kanth, misconceptions about colorectal cancer may be the cause of a significant percentage of deaths from the disease. Educate yourself about the causes of colorectal cancer...
You're a bit overweight, and your blood pressure is a little high. You eat pretty well and get some activity during the week. What else should you do to lose...
There can be changes in your life that might come after a significant weight loss journey. The reason and manner in which you might have lost weight will vary from...
Spend enough time outside during the summer months and you may feel tired, thirsty, or a little nauseous. These are relatively common symptoms of heat exhaustion. But if your body...
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common hormonal disorder that happens to women of reproductive age. The disorder causes symptoms like irregular periods, acne, and headaches—it's also the most common...
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...
Cosmetic and reconstructive surgery is not a magic overnight process. To get results, these surgical procedures take a lot of time, after-care, and money. Dr. Courtney Crombie explains the realities...
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...
Whether you're moving to a warmer place, trying to spend more time outdoors, or training for an athletic event, you might wonder if it will ever get easier being in...
Prostate cancer is something most men will have to address if they live long enough. If you are confused about what screenings to get and when, what a positive result...
Grooming your private area is a, well... private matter. Some women may choose to remove unwanted hairs through trimming, shaving, waxing, lasers, and some other methods. Some may choose to...
Most children—especially child athletes—will complain of heel pain at some point in their development. This may be an inflammatory condition called Sever’s Disease. Dr. Cindy Gellner explains why this common...
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...
No journey is the same, even if we're on the same path. Our different experiences shape who we are and who we hope to become. In the season four finale...
A "personal swamp cooler" to help beat the summer heat when you're pregnant? Learn how to make one and stay cool. Women's expert Dr. Kirtly Parker Jones talks about being...
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...
A daughter’s first period marks her entry into womanhood. For a lot of parents—mothers in particular—this is also a time of new anxieties and concerns about their child’s health. Dr...
How we choose to express ourselves in our personal lives shouldn't impact our careers and how professional—or unprofessional—others may deem us. But so often, we can be penalized or punished...
