The Scope

Stroke is often sudden—but rarely without warning. Dana DeWitt, MD, a stroke specialist at University of Utah Health, talks with Tom Miller, MD, about the most common causes of stroke...

Scot hears one word—“congratulations”—between two guys at the gym, and it hits harder than he expects. That moment sparks a powerful exploration with Mitch, Dr. John Smith, and therapist Matt...

Vasectomy is simple, safe, and shockingly underused in the United States. When a couple decides they are done having children, who takes on the responsibility of permanent birth control? Women's...

From drain cleaners to dishwasher pods, many household products can cause devastating harm if swallowed. So what should you do if your child—or anyone—drinks something they should not? Michael Moss...

Crises don’t wait for appointments—and neither does the Mobile Crisis Outreach Team. Claudine Miller, LCSW, explains how this two-person team meets individuals in crisis anywhere in the community, whether at...

Newborn jaundice is common, but not all cases are created equal. Learn why your baby's skin and eyes might be turning yellow, what it means for their health, and how...

Discovery is not always a bold breakthrough—it is often what quietly emerges after the questions, the challenges, and the moments when you are not sure where the path is leading...

Nearly one in four women in the U.S. does not receive recommended cervical cancer screening, and for some, faith and cultural beliefs play a significant role in that decision. In...

It starts as an awkward moment at the dinner table—then suddenly, you can not swallow, and panic sets in. Is it just uncomfortable, or a true medical emergency? Emergency physician...

You do not need to be suicidal or in psychosis to be in crisis. A mental health crisis can mean overwhelming anxiety, grief that would not lift, or a stretch...

Ear infections are common in childhood—but when they keep coming back, they can affect sleep, hearing, and quality of life. While some factors are beyond your control, pediatrician Cindy Gellner...

At 19, listener Jake had no idea a chance run-in with a county nurse at a local pool would uncover melanoma. Years later, he spotted it again—this time while developing...