It is Sunday morning, your molar is throbbing, and your dentist is nowhere to be found. Do you ride it out, head to urgent care, or make a beeline for...
When the room starts to spin and you feel disoriented and unsteady, it is natural to wonder if a trip to the ER is necessary. Emergency room physician Jeffrey Druck...
It is a classic scenario: you step on a rusty nail, panic sets in, and you start wondering if you are one tetanus shot away from disaster. Emergency physician Jeffrey...
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...
Think you know how to brush your teeth? Think again. The world of oral health is evolving, and so should your brushing technique. Dentist Arman Farhadtouski, PSM, DDS, dives into...
If your doctor has diagnosed you with high blood pressure, what should you know? Tom Miller, MD, explains why hypertension is often called the "silent killer." Learn how high blood...
Lowering cholesterol is not about cutting out eggs or following a rigid diet—it is about understanding which fats truly impact heart health and making realistic changes that last. Nutrition specialist...
Testosterone therapy can significantly improve energy, libido, and overall quality of life for men with low testosterone levels, but concerns about testicular shrinkage often give patients pause. Urologist John Smith...
The current ADHD medication shortage can be a cause of concern for many patients and their families. Anthony May, PharmD, pharmacy director at Huntsman Mental Health Institute, discusses the reasons...
Have a cough that won’t seem to go away? Has it lasted longer than eight weeks? You should go to your doctor. Any cough lasting more than eight weeks is...
Recurring pain in your shoulder can be more than just a nuisance—it could be arthritis, defined as the breakdown of cartilage in the joint. Orthopedic specialist Chris Joyce, MD, explains...
When a child has a serious breathing problem at home, paramedics have limited options. But a new study, guided by Sarah Becker, DO, wants to see if special hospital medicines...
A recent study in The Journal of Nutrition challenges the notion that late-night snacking increases the risk of breast cancer, countering the findings of a previous extensive study that linked...
With so many teeth whitening options available at the local grocery store, it's hard to know which ones truly deliver results. Dentist Arman Farhadtouski, PSM, DDS, explains the effectiveness of...
Managing Alzheimer’s disease requires an intricate understanding of available treatments. Michelle Sorweid, DO, MPH, sheds light on anti-amyloid antibody therapy, how it works, and what patients are good candidates. While...
Recent advancements have certainly improved thyroid cancer outcomes, but are all treatments and surgeries essential? Jason Hunt, MD, the clinical director of neck and throat surgical oncology at Huntsman Cancer...
Shingles is more than just an itchy problem that impacts older individuals—the condition can dramatically impact a person's quality of life. Tom Miller, MD, explains the basics of shingles, who...
What does it mean to be a functional neurosurgeon? Specialist Ben Shofty, MD, PhD, explains the conditions he typically treats, questions he is frequently asked, and a crucial point everyone...
Not all ankle injuries are created equal, and what one person considers "just a sprain" can sometimes be much more serious. Learn about the four main types of ankle injuries...
Matt Steenblik, MD, who specializes in gastroenterology at University of Utah Health, talks about his job as a gastroenterologist. What questions does he get asked the most? What is one...
Stress urinary incontinence (SUI) is a condition that as many as 10% of men will face at some point in their lives. The good news is that for patients with...
Physical activity is crucial for everyone, including those with physical limitations or disabilities. Learn from Aaron Lowry, PT, some strategies and exercises that can be tailored to fit your needs...
Jessica Holzbauer, LCSW, who specializes in child psychology at University of Utah Health, talks about what a licensed clinical social worker does. What is the best thing a parent can...
From minor twists to more severe sprains, ankle injuries can vary in intensity and knowing what to do next is crucial. Learn how to identify a sprained ankle, effective beneficial...
