Severe abdominal pain that leaves you unable to stand up straight should never be ignored. Emergency physician Scott Youngquist, MD, explains why sudden, intense abdominal pain often warrants an emergency...
About 20 percent of women experience depression during the menopausal transition, and many more report increased anxiety, irritability, mood swings, or changes in sexual desire. Yet these symptoms are rarely...
Abdominal cancers can affect many organs, including the colon, stomach, pancreas, liver, kidneys, ovaries, and uterus. While some cancers can be prevented through routine screenings and vaccinations, many abdominal cancers...
Is a pulled hamstring—also called a strained hamstring—something you can treat on your own, or should you see a doctor? Athletic trainer Travis Nolan shares how to determine when you...
Summer fun comes with its fair share of advice—but not all of it holds up. Pediatrician Cindy Gellner, MD, busts some of the most common summer safety myths, from the...
About 1.3 million women in the United States enter menopause each year, but the transition often begins long before the final menstrual period. In fact, perimenopause can start in a...
Sexual health is about far more than sexual performance or preventing sexually transmitted infections. Men's health specialist John Smith, DO, discusses the physical, emotional, and relationship factors that influence men’s...
Thinking about weight loss surgery but unsure where to start, especially with GLP-1 medications everywhere? Ellen H. Morrow, MD, MS, FACS, a surgeon with the bariatric surgery program at University...
Most parents eagerly watch for milestones like rolling over, crawling, and walking, but some of the earliest and most important developmental signs can be easy to overlook. Pediatrician Cindy Gellner...
Caffeine is one of the most widely consumed substances in the world, found in everything from coffee and tea to sodas, energy drinks, and even chocolate. But is it good...
When you start sneezing and your nose starts running, is it allergies or a sinus infection? Tom Miller, MD, talks to otolaryngologist Jeremiah Alt, MD, about how to distinguish allergies...
Depression in men often looks nothing like what you would expect. Instead of sadness, it can show up as irritability, overwork, risky behavior, or substance use—symptoms that get men into...
Sunburns are not just uncomfortable—they are a sign of real skin damage that starts in childhood and can increase the risk of skin cancer later in life. Pediatrician Cindy Gellner...
A fall may seem like a simple accident, but in older adults, it can be an important warning sign of declining health, balance, vision, or mobility. Geriatric specialist Natalie Sanders...
Many women expect the baby weight to come off after delivery, but for some, the opposite happens. Kirtly Parker Jones, MD, explains why postpartum weight gain is so common, from...
When a child develops an itchy rash, many parents immediately worry about chicken pox. But thanks to vaccination, most rashes in school-age children are caused by something else entirely. Pediatrician...
Not every groin injury is actually a pulled muscle. While true groin strains can happen, athletes with recurring groin pain may be dealing with femoroacetabular impingement (FAI), a hip condition...
Trying to conceive after a miscarriage can be emotionally exhausting, especially when pregnancy does not happen as quickly as expected. Kirtly Jones, MD, explains that for many healthy couples who...
Back pain is a very common health issue that can significantly impact your life. When that condition becomes chronic, there is no simple answer to treatment. Graham Wagner, MD, explains...
Kids can be messy, sweaty, and occasionally smelly. But some odors may point to a medical issue instead of just needing a bath. Pediatrician Cindy Gellner, MD, explains common childhood...
Spice up your Thanksgiving feast for the vegetarians in your circle or just try something new. Theresa assigns each Cooking Crew member a recipe beyond the traditional Thanksgiving spread. Discover...
Pregnancy planning is often focused on women. But men's health matters too. Stress, obesity, and lifestyle habits may influence sperm in ways that affect a child's future development and long-term...
Shoulders can be injured in many ways, including trauma, a torn tendon, or simply overuse. Fortunately, an injured shoulder does not always require surgery. Tom Miller, MD, speaks with orthopedic...
Managing diabetes every day is exhausting, and over time that weight can lead to something called diabetes burnout. Michelle Litchman, PhD, APRN, FNP-BC,, medical director of the Intensive Diabetes Education...
