Strokes can occur suddenly—and silently—with symptoms that do not always match expectations. Stroke specialist and director of the Ƶ of Utah Stroke Center, Jennifer Majersik, MD, emphasizes that early recognition...
Vision loss can be overwhelming—but it does not have to be isolating. Licensed clinical social worker Lisa Ord, PhD, shares how emotional support, practical tools, and open communication can help...
Gum disease affects nearly half of adults and often goes undetected until serious damage is done. Periodontist David Okano, DDS, explains how this silent condition erodes the bone supporting your...
Phantom limb pain can be a debilitating and confusing experience for those who have lost a limb. Despite the absence of the limb itself, the brain still perceives pain as...
Mental health crises can be life-threatening, yet many people struggle to recognize when they need immediate help. Natalie McClintock, LCSW, from Huntsman Mental Ƶ Institute, discusses the warning signs of...
Losing vision can be overwhelming and scary. For many, it comes with an unexpected side effect—hallucinations. Charles Bonnet Syndrome (CBS) causes vivid visual experiences in people with vision loss, but...
Talking to aging parents about advance directives might feel uncomfortable, but it is an essential step to ensure their wishes are honored during unexpected medical situations. Anna Beck, MD, from...
On this episode of Seven Questions for a Specialist, we speak with Randy Carson, a physical therapist at Ƶ of Utah Ƶ. What are some of the best and worst...
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...
Halloween is filled with spooky fun and sugary treats, but for kids with food allergies, it can be genuinely scary. Pediatrician Ellie Brownstein, MD, provides parents with strategies to ensure...
For Ƶren with autism, a trip to the dentist can feel overwhelming due to the unfamiliar sights, sounds, and sensations. James Bekker, DMD, from the Ƶ of Utah School of...
Like any sport, dance takes serious strength, stamina, and flexibility. As a dancer, it is important to keep safe from a potentially career-ending injury. Trina Bellendir, a physical therapist at...
Could something as simple as spending time in a hot tub or taking a supplement be impacting your fertility? Male infertility specialist Kelli Gross, MD, explains the top three most...
People with more moles than average might have a hard time trying to keep track of changes during self-examination for skin cancer. Doug Grossman, MD, from Huntsman Cancer Institute, introduces...
Some clothing and swimwear advertise their “UV protection” technology, but does this really work? Doug Grossman, MD, from Huntsman Cancer Institute talks about varying levels of protection you can adopt...
As many as one in five people suffer from Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, also known as GERD, but they might not know it. Jessica Stout, DO, a gastroenterologist at Ƶ of...
In the wake of pregnancy loss, finding supportive care can be transformative. Kirtly Parker Jones, MD, speaks with Bob Silver, MD, about the Utah Pregnancy After Loss Program, designed to...
Abdominal cancer encompasses a wide range of potential diagnoses with varying symptoms. Theresa Warner, MD, Deputy Director of Huntsman Cancer Institute, discusses the critical nature of recognizing early signs, from...
Can chemotherapy be used to prevent cancer? The short answer is no. Theresa Werner, MD, Deputy Director of the Huntsman Cancer Institute, debunks the notion of "preventative" chemotherapy in healthy...
Much like type 2 diabetes, coronary heart disease can be managed in several ways. With this condition, it is especially true that if you take care of your body, it...
During cold weather, some people may notice more body stiffness and soreness. Is it normal to feel aches and pains around the winter months, or is this a legitimate health...
On this episode of Seven Questions for a Specialist, we speak with Tamara Dangerfield, a physical specialist at Ƶ of Utah Ƶ who specializes in treating pain. What are the...
On this episode of Seven Questions for a Specialist, we speak with Erin Ward, MD, who specializes in surgical oncology at Ƶ of Utah Ƶ. What does a surgical oncologist...
With an increasing number of natural toothpaste options hitting the market, a common question arises: are fluoride-free toothpastes as effective as their fluoride-containing counterparts? David Okano, MD, reveals the truth...
