Just like mothers, fathers can also experience depression before or after the birth of their children. This type of depression is called postpartum depression, or perinatal mood and anxiety disorder...
A woman's health is more than just her physical condition; it's actually more complicated than that. The seven domains of a woman’s health are important as an integration of her...
Neil started gaining body fat as he got older, even though he watched what he ate and was getting at least 2 hours of daily exercise. Concerned about the health...
BUNDLE OF HERS returns with conversations and stories of identity. Not what people want you to be, and not what you are supposed to do—what does it mean, and how...
Has your child got a bad cough that almost sounds like a seal? Hearing a child with croup is concerning to any parent. Cindy Gellner, MD, breaks down what is...
There’s no doubt that population health is a buzz word in health care. But if we truly want to change the way we care for patients to address the specific...
Teaching cultural competency only gets you so far in medicine. It’s made us nicer, posits one physician, but it hasn’t really addressed health disparities and inequities. Instead, training more diverse...
What happens when you give a medical student the opportunity to care for a family for four years—in their own home? A lot. The physical and emotional distance between a...
The profession of medicine is rooted in an ancient foundation of character and caring. But how does the Hippocratic Oath pertain to modern health care and the complex ecosystem of...
Equity, diversity, and inclusion work is never easy. It requires that we face our flaws and grapple with challenging questions. How do we foster civil discourse so that people with...
For many, the intersection of the COVID-19 pandemic, an EDI reckoning, and record levels of burnout have radically changed the way we think about our professional and personal lives. With...
Medical school isn't easy—the work is complex, the schedule is demanding, and students need mental endurance to balance all of their responsibilities. But with the right support, they can find...
Health care and medical education have traditionally been centered in big cities. But 20% of the U.S. population lives in rural areas—and only 5% of applicants to medical school come...
If you have a hernia and it’s causing you pain, you need to get it treated. Hernias will not go away on their own. Learn what treatment options are available...
If you are pre-diabetic, a regular weekly exercise routine can be an important and easy way to prevent diabetes. On today's Health Minute, endocrinologist Dr. Tim Graham talks about why...
Emergency rooms and clinics sometimes use glue rather than stitches for smaller lacerations. On today's Health Minute, emergency room physician Dr. Troy Madsen share one of his favorite health hacks...
When a child gets sick and throws up, it can cause great concern for parents. On today's Health Minute, pediatrician Dr. Cindy Gellner explains the warning signs of vomiting in...
When a child starts throwing up or has diarrhea from a stomach bug, it can make parents nervous. On today's Health Minute, pediatrician Dr. Cindy Gellner explains what to normally...
When children catch a stomach bug, vomiting is normal and it shouldn't last more than 24 hours. On today's Health Minute, pediatrician Dr. Cindy Gellner explains why you should not...
Nutrition labels on the back of food products can be confusing. On today's Health Minute, registered dietitian Theresa Dvorak explains three key things to look for and understand on nutrition...
What exactly is fatty liver disease and how is it treated? And what do you do if your doctor tells you that you're "healthy enough" despite your personal goals to...
Should you seek emergency help if you have somehow swallowed a chicken bone? On today's Health Minute, emergency room physician Dr. Troy Madsen tells you how to know if a...
Do you know why you shouldn't eat undercooked pork? Scot learned the hard way. You'll also learn how to have productive conversations with your doctor about whatever it is that...
Knee injuries can cause different forms of pain or instability that can impact your quality of life. On today's Health Minute, orthopedic surgeon Dr. Matheau Eysser talks about common symptoms...