When your child has a fever, it can be difficult to determine whether it is serious enough to see a pediatrician. Cindy Gellner, MD, goes over some myths and facts...
Early miscarriage, or spontaneous abortion, is common—the most common complication in pregnancy. Approximately one million American women experience a loss of pregnancy in the first twelve weeks. OB/GYN Kirtly Jones...
Women react differently to trauma than men do, and the long-term effects of trauma can bring on complicated health consequences. Violence and abuse, specifically, are associated with chronic illnesses that...
Kidney stones have been referred to as “the worst pain in the world,” (besides childbirth, of course) and are becoming more common, especially in women. Kirtly Jones, MD, talks about...
Tonsils are small glands on either side of the throat that stop bacteria from entering the body. They are an important part of your child’s immune system, but sometimes can...
The occasional “knuckle rub” to an itching eye can feel relieving, especially as allergy season starts. However, according to Mark Mifflin, MD, professor of ophthalmology, chronic eye itching can lead...
Some parents may give their children a bottle of sports or energy drink as a "healthier" alternative to soda. But sports drinks should only be given to children who actually...
You have sprained your ankle. Maybe you twisted it during a run. Maybe you suffered a minor fall while skiing. It hurts and is swollen and needs some relief. Are...
In the United States, 18 percent of children under the age of 18—13 million children—live in a home struggling to put healthy food on the table. Food insecurity can have...
Being kind is good for your health. Practicing kindness improves health across four vital domains: physical, social, emotional, and spiritual. Kirtly Parker Jones, MD, talks about the science behind why...
Research shows caffeine is a stressor in pregnancy, and babies with stress in the uterus are more likely to have health problems as children and adults, one of those problems...
A large-scale study shows a connection between the eating habits of women and the chance of developing breast cancer. More surprisingly, eating junk food late at night may increase your...
Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in women, killing more women each year than breast, ovarian, and uterine cancer combined. Yet, lung cancer is also the most...
Parents know a sleep-deprived kid is a cranky kid, but lack of sleep can also have a negative impact on your child's health and performance in school. Pediatrician Cindy Gellner...
What happens to all that sugar when you drink a 64-ounce soda? Liver specialist Juan Gallegos, MD, tracks the consumption, absorption, and storage of sugar in our bodies. He talks...
It can be hard to know if problems like vaginal itching or changes in your discharge are minor issues that will go away on their own, or if they are...
Having your kids play a sport is a great way to keep them active, happy, and healthy. Pediatrician Cindy Gellner, MD, talks about the social and psychological benefits that can...
For some women, waking up in the morning can be a real struggle, even if they think they had a good night's rest. The majority of people sleep less than...
The most common leg cramps occur during sleep and can often wake you up due to terrible pain. But what exactly are leg cramps, who's likely to get them, and...
Many parents of vomiting children get concerned if it doesn’t stop after a day. Pediatrician Cindy Gellner, MD, says that doesn’t necessarily mean your child needs to see the doctor...
Many women who experience uncommon breast pain immediately think of breast cancer. Kirtly Jones, MD, says it’s probably something else. Dr. Jones explains what can cause breast pain in women...
There are a lot of misconceptions about children's allergies. Can your child be born with allergies? Can your child outgrow allergies? Is there anything you can do to prevent your...
