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...
If your child's "cold" has dragged on for weeks, it may not be a cold at all. Pediatrician Cindy Gellner, MD, explains why winter allergies are often mistaken for repeated...
In the season eight premiere of BUNDLE OF HERS, Lilly, Austen, and Sanila get real about what it means to face challenges in medicine—and how those moments shape who you...
The spaces we live in—our neighborhoods, schools, workplaces, and even digital worlds—shape not only how we live, but who we know. Environments create or constrain opportunities for connection, and over...
When the clocks spring forward, your body pays the price. Clinical psychologist and sleep expert Kelly Baron, PhD, explains why losing just one hour of sleep can raise your risk...
Therapy is not a last resort—it is often the best first step for children with anxiety, mood changes, or behavior concerns. Pediatrian Cindy Gellner, MD, explains why early support matters...
Having a hard time breathing through one nostril? You might have a deviated septum—but does that mean you need surgery? ENT specialist Marc Error, MD, explains what causes a deviated...
That warm salt water gargle your mom swears by? It might make your throat feel better, but it will not actually make your cold go away any faster. According to...
Money can strengthen a friendship—or quietly strain it. Whether it is splitting a dinner bill, planning a trip, or navigating big differences in income, finances often bring unspoken tension into...
Play is more than a pastime—it is vital for healthy brain and emotional development. From boosting creativity and problem-solving skills to buffering stress, play is one of the simplest and...
A gestational diabetes diagnosis is manageable—and early action makes a difference. Michelle Debbink, MD, talks with Kirtly Jones, MD, about how elevated sugars affect fetal growth and delivery, what to...
Hand arthritis is nearly inevitable with age, but for some, the pain can interfere with daily life. Orthopedic surgeon Doug Hutchinson, MD, talks to Tom Miller, MD, about when surgery...
The birthday jokes get louder at 40—gray hairs, creaky knees, “over the hill”—but nothing falls apart overnight. Producer Mitch brings his pre-40 nerves to sort myths from maintenance: readers, slower...
Friendship does not just enrich our emotions—it shapes how we think. Studies show that intellectually engaging conversations with friends can improve cognitive flexibility, creativity, and even long-term brain health. Yet...
