Medical training has a way of quietly reshaping who you are—sometimes faster than you realize. Former BUNDLE OF HERS co-host Harjit Kaur joins Hạ and Lilly for an honest reflection...
A period that shows up two weeks ahead of schedule can feel like a red flag, but timing alone does not always signal trouble. Cycles shift for all kinds of...
Ganglion cysts may look like harmless bumps on the hands or joints, but they are actually small fluid-filled sacs connected to the joint itself. While online "popping" tricks may be...
Perfection is fragile; progress is flexible. Redefine success on your toughest days so you keep the streak alive instead of starting over. The Who Cares guys—Scot, Mitch, and Dr. John...
Diagnosing ADHD in very young children can be complicated, especially when behaviors that look like symptoms may simply reflect age and maturity. Pediatrician Cindy Gellner, MD, explains what is developmentally...
Perfection sneaks into medical training so quietly that you may not notice the weight of it—until you are already carrying too much. Austen and Sanila are joined by classmate, Jade...
A single swollen finger that has not been injured can be surprisingly tricky to diagnose. Women's health specialist Kirtly Jones, MD, walks through how clinicians think through persistent, unexplained finger...
Sinus surgery can feel intimidating—especially when you do not know what the day will actually look like. Fellowship-trained rhinologist Kristine Smith, MD, walks through the entire experience, from pre-op check-in...
Choosing a baby formula does not come with a one-size-fits-all answer. Babies tolerate formulas differently—some thrive on standard milk-based options while others need sensitive, reflux-friendly, or specialized formulations. Pediatrian Cindy...
Walking into medical school without a roadmap hits differently when you are the first in your family to do it. No insider language, no built-in mentors, no one who can...
Overactive bladder affects millions of adults, but most people keep their symptoms quiet—even when urgency and frequency start to control their day. Kirtly Jones, MD, and urologist Sara Lenherr, MD...
Young children get sick far more often than adults, and it is completely normal. Most healthy kids come down with about six viral illnesses a year—and preschoolers and early elementary-aged...
This season's IDENTITY SERIES episode spotlights new co-host Sanila as she brings along three friends from different chapters of her life to reflect on the milestones that shaped her continuing...
Feeling overly jumpy at small noises is not just an annoyance—it can be a sign of how the brain and body react to stress, stimulants, trauma, or underlying medical conditions...
Men are bombarded with supplement promises—from prostate support to better workouts—but very few products deliver anything beyond clever marketing. Thunder Jalili, PhD, a nutritionist and professor at University of Utah...
Hernias are one of the most common conditions requiring surgery, but not all need immediate treatment. Hernia specialist Joanna Grudziak, MD, explains what a hernia is, why symptoms can look...
What is the appropriate age, height, and weight to switch your child from a rear-facing to a forward-facing car seat? Beyond recommendations, specific guidelines and laws ensure children's safety in...
"Should I go to medical school or pursue research?" Hannah Happ joins Laurel and Hạ for a straightforward conversation about the MD, PhD, and MD/PhD paths—why they chose their routes...
It can be a shock to find your first gray hairs on your head, especially if you are only in your 20s. But women's health specialist Kirtly Jones, MD, says...
Fever, sore throat, and a painful, spotty rash can look a lot like strep—but often the culprit is hand, foot, and mouth disease. This common childhood virus spreads easily and...
When life won’t give you a straight answer, stress can take over your body, your mood, and your decisions. The Who Cares guys dig into why uncertainty hits differently—and what...
Septoplasty, a surgical procedure aimed at correcting a deviated septum, is often associated with its potential to enhance sleep quality. However, ENT physician Marc Error, MD, says the surgery is...
Nearly one in four adults lives with a disability—but in medicine, disability is often treated as something to "fix" rather than understand. Hạ and Laurel discuss disability in medicine—what the...
Strong friendships have been shown to reduce loneliness, improve emotional resilience, and even buffer the effects of grief and stress. In moments of birth, loss, illness, and major life transitions...
