Environmental stress is a two-way street: we stress the environment, and the environment stresses us. Factors such as air pollution, water quality, and climate change can significantly affect our physical...
How soon can you resume normal activities after surgery? Surgeon Motaz Selim, MD, PhD, breaks down the recovery process, offering expert advice on everything from dealing with post-surgery pain to...
On this episode of Seven Questions for a Specialist, we speak with Randy Carson, a physical therapist at Ï㽶ÊÓƵ of Utah Health. What are some of the best and worst...
Financial stress is a significant and widespread issue, with profound implications for individuals and families. In the United States, nearly 4 in 10 Americans cannot cover an unexpected $400 expense...
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...
Your family’s medical history is one of the most important indicators of your future health and is valuable information for your doctor. Thanksgiving is National Family History day and is...
Cold winter air can be harsh—especially on your throat. Breanne Schiffer, MD, explains why dry throat occurs more frequently during winter and provides practical tips for keeping your throat moist...
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...
Mitch has dived back into TikTok's endless stream of the nutrition tips that keep our feeds full, but how many of these tidbits are truly digestible? Could spinach cause kidney...
Pursuing education can be both a source of stress and a pathway to reduced stress in the long run. While the demands of earning a degree—especially an advanced one—can often...
Testosterone therapy can significantly improve energy, libido, and overall quality of life for men with low testosterone levels, but concerns about testicular shrinkage often give patients pause. Urologist John Smith...
In this episode of Seven Questions for a Specialist, Kirtly Jones, MD, asks fellow OB-GYN Whitney Hendrickson, MD, about her passion for patient care, common issues like overactive bladder and...
Barrett’s Esophagus is a condition that rarely requires surgery, but when it progresses to high-grade dysplasia or esophageal cancer, surgical intervention becomes necessary. Esophageal surgery specialist Courtney Scaife, MD, talks...
Children experience many of the same mental health challenges as adults, but with unique symptoms and coping mechanisms tied to their development. Pediatrician Ellie Brownstein, MD, discusses common mental health...
Stress is not just a personal experience—it is deeply influenced by our social environments and roles. From the circumstances we are born into to the ones we actively choose, social...
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...
Seasonal changes can profoundly affect children's mental health, especially in winter as days become shorter and it gets too cold to play outside. Pediatrician Cindy Gellner, MD, explains how seasonal...
Diet enthusiasts talk and blog about it all the time—the Mediterranean diet. It can be difficult to follow, but this diet can help protect against heart disease and improve well-being...
Imagine a haunted house, but instead of demon clowns and guys with chainsaws, it’s filled with our deepest health fears. The Who Cares Guys and Dr. John Smith navigate through...
Many of us have experienced being "stressed out," but what does that really mean, and how does it impact our emotional well-being? Stress can be immediate—a response to a single...
Feeling discomfort when eating hot or cold foods? Tooth sensitivity can be more than just a minor annoyance—it could signal a deeper issue. David Okano, MD, breaks down what different...
Are you pregnant and unsure about vaccinations? Katie Ward, DNP, offers expert advice on which vaccines are safe and recommended for a mother during pregnancy. Learn why the flu shot...
Uncertainties can cause stress on both the mind and body, but not thinking about the uncertainties can be a difficult thing to do. Psychiatrist Benjamin Chan, MD, shares three key...
