C-sections are major abdominal surgeries which require a longer recovery time than a vaginal birth, and reasons for having them vary from being medical emergencies to precautions that keep mom...
We all know it's important to wear sunscreen before stepping outside in the sun, but how many of us do it consistently? Let's Get Moving Host Maria Shilaos speaks with...
University of Utah Health is pleased to share the appointment of Travis Maak, MD, to the position of president of the National Basketball Association Physicians Association for the 2024-2025 season.
No es ningún secreto que las mujeres experimentan bastantes cambios hormonales a lo largo de su vida adulta. ¿Sabía que los cambios hormonales importantes, como el embarazo y la menopausia...
It’s no secret that women experience quite a few hormonal changes throughout their adult lives. But did you know that major hormonal shifts, including pregnancy and menopause, can affect your...
How can an animal virus turn into a human disease? Between the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and the looming concern of avian flu, the question is an urgent one, and the...
Adult ADHD ranks in the top ten for mental health searches. According to recent statistics, more than 8.7 million adults in the U.S. have been diagnosed with ADHD.
Las superficies calientes pueden ser delicadas, porque puede que no sea inmediatamente evidente que una superficie está lo suficientemente caliente como para provocar una quemadura.
Hot surfaces can be tricky, because it may not be immediately obvious that a surface is hot enough to cause a burn. Learn the ways to prevent and treat contact...
We've all done it. It's too much of a hassle to take them out beforehand, and who wants to look like a total noob wearing goggles the entire time you're...
¿Qué ocurre si tiene el útero inclinado? ¿Hace que le duelan las reglas o que le cueste quedarse embarazada? Con todo lo que le preocupa, ¿es esto algo que debe...
Preeclampsia can be life-threatening for both mom and baby, so catching and treating it early is very important to lower the chances of further problems.
La preeclampsia es una complicación grave que se produce durante el embarazo, normalmente cerca del parto, pero puede aparecer a las 20 semanas o incluso después del parto. Suele caracterizarse...
When you get a manicure—or give yourself one—should you cut your cuticles? Erika Summers, MD, a dermatologist at University of Utah Health, discusses the risks.
Junio es el Mes de la Salud del Hombre, por lo que es un buen momento para que los hombres programen revisiones médicas preventivas. Sólo tres de cada cinco hombres...
June is Men's Health Month, making it a great time for men to schedule preventive health checkups. Only three out of five men get an annual physical and more than...
University of Utah Health physician assistant (PA) Jasmin Charles was recently named the National PA of the Year during the American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA) national conference in Houston...
As one of this country’s most popular and enduring pastimes, sports powerfully influences our culture. We’re excited to bring together some of the biggest names in athletics to spread the...
Los ginecólogos/obstetras y las parteras desempeñan un papel crucial en la atención de la salud materna, entender las diferencias entre ellos puede ayudar a las pacientes a tomar las decisiones...
Have you ever wondered the difference between a midwife and an OB/GYN? While both play crucial roles in maternal health care, understanding the differences can help patients make the best...
