Your doctor should not just be someone you see when you are sick—they should be your health advocate. John Barrett, MD, chair of the Department of Family and Preventive Medicine...
A glaucoma diagnosis can feel alarming, especially knowing that optic nerve damage can't be reversed. Rachel Simpson, MD, a glaucoma specialist at the John A. Moran Eye Center at the...
It can be hard to watch your child have night terrors—when they scream and cry inconsolably at night. Pediatrician Cindy Gellner, MD, explains why a small percentage of children experience...
Many medical students enter training with a clear picture of what lies ahead—rigorous studying, long hours, and the expectation that it will be more endurance than enjoyment. Austen sits down...
From early relationships to midlife pair bonding, social expectations, identity, and evolving desires shape the decisions people make about love and connections. In the emotional domain of risks, Lisa Diamond...
Think you know how to brush your teeth? Think again. The world of oral health is evolving, and so should your brushing technique. Dentist Arman Farhadtouski, PSM, DDS, dives into...
From rice cereal for better sleep to giving babies water on hot days, many feeding habits are rooted in outdated advice rather than current science. Pediatrician Cindy Gellner, MD, says...
Medical students and residents work side by side every day—but they often experience the same environment in completely different ways. Through honest stories and shared experiences, Lilly, Sanila, and Austen...
Every day, women weigh risks—whether it is deciding to start a medication, pursue a medical procedure, invest in their health, or even consider pregnancy. Yet the way humans assess risk...
Healthy aging is not about one magic habit—it is about daily anchors that protect your heart, brain, and overall quality of life. From staying socially connected to challenging your mind...
Blurry vision, glare around headlights, and duller colors are classic signs of cataracts. Austin Nakatsuka, MD, a glaucoma and cataract specialist at John A. Moran Eye Center at the University...
Teen marijuana use is rising, especially through vaping, and many parents and teens may assume it is relatively harmless. But regular cannabis use during adolescence can affect brain development, academic...
Getting into medical school was supposed to be the dream. Then the next goal appears—pre-clinicals, Step exams, clinical rotations, sub-internships, residency. In medicine, the finish line always seems to move...
Feeling anxious occasionally is part of being human, but when worry becomes constant, overwhelming, and difficult to control, it may signal an anxiety disorder. Women are diagnosed with anxiety disorders...
Being called a glaucoma suspect can feel like a half-diagnosis—enough to worry, but not enough to know what to do. Rachel Simpson, MD, ophthalmologist and glaucoma specialist at John A...
Work out more. Eat better. Sleep more. Sure—but why bother? That’s where a mission statement comes in. The Who Cares guys explore what happens when you stop focusing only on...
If your child comes down with the flu, there is, unfortunately, not much you can do except make them comfortable and wait for the virus to run its course. Pediatrician...
Medical school teaches anatomy, physiology, and clinical reasoning—but some of the most powerful lessons never appear in a syllabus. The hidden curriculum refers to the unspoken rules, behaviors, and cultural...
Up to half of women examined with no symptoms show early signs of pelvic organ prolapse, yet many never talk about it. Childbirth, aging, obesity, menopause, and even high-impact activities...
In many relationships, women carry the physical, financial, and emotional load of birth control. Vasectomy offers a highly effective, low-risk, one-time solution that removes that burden while maintaining sexual function...
Rehabilitation after a severe brain injury is not just about survival—it is about creating the best chance for meaningful recovery. Derrick Allred, MD, from Craig H. Neilsen Rehabilitation Hospital, describes...
Every flu season brings the same questions: Does the vaccine really work? Can it cause the flu? What if my child has an egg allergy? The evidence strongly supports annual...
Medical training often presents a clear, linear path: apply, match, specialize, advance. But real careers rarely unfold that neatly. Hạ is joined by Josh Bell, Amber Gautam, and Emilee Tu...
Family planning decisions are never purely medical—they are shaped by belief systems, moral frameworks, cultural traditions, and deeply personal values. Questions about contraception, fertility treatment, and pregnancy care intersect with...
