During the summer months, heat exposure can be common. But could it be life-threatening? According to emergency physician Dr. Troy Madsen, heatstroke is an extremely dangerous condition that can lead...
If you’re suffering from headaches and over-the-counter medication doesn’t seem to help, education may be the answer. The ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ of Utah ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ Headache School aims to help you get relief...
Headaches are very common, with many treatment options available. Yet, many people suffer with headache pain without ever speaking to a doctor. Don’t suffer in silence. Headache specialist Dr. Karly...
Forty-five is the new fifty, at least when it comes to screening for colorectal cancer. New guidelines from the American Cancer Society suggest patients start screening for deadly cancer earlier...
Many women with breast cancer want to have a bilateral mastectomy even if they only have one breast affected by cancer. No matter what you choose, there are support groups...
In Utah’s dry climate, you might not notice how much water you’re losing through sweat. Even for short, hour-long hikes, dehydration can set in faster than you realize, which can...
For baseball pitchers, a little bit of elbow soreness is normal—after all, there's no crying in baseball. But for pitchers experiencing frequent moderate pain after six innings, it may be...
Heavy exertion in the heat can lead to heat stroke. Some of the symptoms can include nausea, lightheadedness, and fatigue. Emergency physician Dr. Scott Youngquist explains what actions you should...
How do you know if hormonal therapy is right for you? On today's ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ Minute, women's expert Dr. Kirtly Parker Jones explains why estrogen hormonal therapy is an effective way...
If you suffer from headaches more than 15 days in a month or weekly migraines, it may be a chronic headache disorder. The condition can be painful and disabling, but...
Concussions are dangerous and something parents and coaches should be concerned about. On this ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ Minute, neurosurgeon Dr. Greg Hawryluk offers three things parents and coaches should keep in mind...
Atrial fibrillation, or A-Fib, is a rapid irregular heartbeat that impacts as many as 2% of Americans under the age of 65. For many, the condition shows little to no...
Breast cancer patients and their loved ones might have a lot of questions about the possibility of reconstructive breast surgery. Dr. Jay Agarwal is a breast reconstructive surgeon at the...
Sometimes a cold, cough or something breathed in will cause you to constantly clear your throat. On this ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ Minute, laryngologist, Dr. Katherine Kendall, says it can become a habitual...
Women entering menopause often begin to experience difficulties sleeping—sometimes for the first time in their lives. Hormonal changes, new life stressors, and hot flashes can all interfere with your sleep...
Parents may have questions about the COVID-19 vaccines and whether or not they are safe for their kids. Although not as common as adults, ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵren can still get severely sick...
Women who have undergone a significant weight loss may also experience a loss in breast size or change in shape. After achieving your weight goal, you may no longer be...
Mindfulness practices can help with stress, depression, and anxiety—but research has shown that they can also help with physical conditions. Trinh Mai with ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ of Utah ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ's Resiliency Center explores...
Nearly every woman experiences pain during sex at least once. While the first time is usually painful, some women continue to experience a little bit of pain every now and...
For patients with epilepsy, daily habits can have a big impact on the severity and frequency of seizures. Sleep, diet, exercise, and alcohol use all play a part in neurology...
Meningioma is a common type of skull base tumor and typically non-cancerous. However, they can still cause symptoms depending on their location and how they grow. Neurosurgeon William Couldwell, MD...
Your body mass index can tell a lot about your health than just your weight. It can actually be an early indicator for conditions and diseases you might not even...
An elbow injury used to mean a lost season for baseball pitchers. Ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) replacement - or the Tommy John Surgery - can take up to 18 months...
Most patients suffering from epilepsy will see significant improvement with the use of medication, yet 1 in 3 patients will develop drug resistant or refractory epilepsy. According to epileptologist Dr...
