Once scoliosis curves reach a certain size, they can continue to worsen, leading to pain, breathing problems, and heart strain later in life. Pediatric surgeon Joel Turtle, MD, PhD, explains...
If someone in your family has lost vision to macular degeneration, you may be wondering if you are next—and what, if anything, you can do about it. Tom Miller, MD...
On this episode of Seven Questions for a Specialist, we talk to emergency medicine physician Jeffery Druck, MD, about what really goes on behind those ER doors. Learn the top...
Are the everyday germs around us really as dangerous as we think? Kirtly Jones, MD, separates fear from fact and takes a closer look at the real risks hiding in...
A broken bone in the wilderness can quickly shift from a painful inconvenience to a serious emergency. Scott Youngquist, MD, from Ìð¹ÏÊÓƵ of Utah Ìð¹ÏÊÓƵ's Emergency Department, explains how to...
Voice changes that linger can be easy to brush off—until they start interfering with daily life. Marisa Ryan, MD, voice specialist at Ìð¹ÏÊÓƵ of Utah Ìð¹ÏÊÓƵ, discusses the causes of...
Vomiting and diarrhea caused by the stomach bug are common in Ìð¹ÏÊÓƵren and typically resolve with at-home care. But how do you know when to manage it yourself and when...
Headaches can often stop you from going about your day because of the pain they can cause. But as painful as they can be, women's health specialist Kirtly Jones, MD...
Strokes can occur suddenly—and silently—with symptoms that do not always match expectations. Stroke specialist and director of the Ìð¹ÏÊÓƵ of Utah Stroke Center, Jennifer Majersik, MD, emphasizes that early recognition...
Phantom limb pain affects nearly 40 percent of amputees, often persisting despite medications and therapy. Reconstructive surgeon Shaun Mendenhall, MD, outlines why surgical techniques are now recommended. Learn when to...
Potty training is a milestone that can feel overwhelming—but when done patiently and positively, it becomes a manageable and rewarding phase. With support and consistency, most kids transition out of...
On this episode of Seven Questions for a Specialist, we speak with dentist James Bekker, DDS, about the everyday habits that can make or break your oral health. Find out...
It is that time of the month when your hormones are supposedly out of whack—everything annoys you, and it feels like a shark is attacking your abdominal area. As much...
It looks like your eye is bleeding—but is it actually an emergency? A broken blood vessel in the eye can be startling, but it is not always dangerous. Emergency physician...
A mental health crisis does not always require a hospital bed, but it does require compassion and professional support. Natalie McClintock, LCSW, shares how the Kem and Carolyn Gardner Mental...
Bedwetting affects millions of Ìð¹ÏÊÓƵren and is more common—and more misunderstood—than most parents realize. Pediatrician Cindy Gellner, MD, breaks the silence around nighttime accidents and explores why they happen and...
For some guys, your body is your paycheck—and when it starts to hurt, it can affect your whole life. Dr. Jeremy Biggs joins the Who Cares Guys about the health...
By age 35, your bones are as strong as they are going to get—what you do before and after matters. Kirtly Jones, MD, breaks down what it takes to build...
You took too much medication—or someone you love might have—and now you are not sure what to do. Some overdoses can seem mild at first but quickly turn dangerous. Emergency...
A persistent clogged or muffled feeling in the ears can be frustrating—and sometimes even concerning. Kelly Trythall, PA-C, an ear, nose, and throat specialist at Ìð¹ÏÊÓƵ of Utah Ìð¹ÏÊÓƵ, explains...
Injuries at home are the leading cause of death in Ìð¹ÏÊÓƵren under age four—most of them preventable. Pediatrician Cindy Gellner, MD, outlines the five most common pediatric home injuries and...
On this episode of Seven Questions for a Specialist, physical therapist Meredith Grady, PT, discusses the often-overlooked physical and emotional recovery after Ìð¹ÏÊÓƵbirth. Learn what new moms should expect in...
Most people do not realize their bones are weakening until they experience a fracture. For women, the risk of osteoporosis increases significantly after menopause due to the drop in estrogen...
When it is dangerously hot outside and someone starts acting strangely or passes out, it could be more than just dehydration. Emergency physician Graham Brant-Zawadzki, MD, explains why heat stroke...
