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 鈥 but often the culprit is hand, foot, and mouth disease. This common childhood virus spreads...
When life won鈥檛 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鈥攁nd 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鈥攂ut in medicine, disability is often treated as something to "fix" rather than understand. H岷 and Laurel discuss disability in medicine鈥攚hat 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鈥攁nd how those moments shape who you...
The spaces we live in鈥攐ur neighborhoods, schools, workplaces, and even digital worlds鈥攕hape 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 isn鈥檛 a last resort鈥攊t鈥檚 often the best first step for kids with anxiety, mood changes, or behavior concerns. Cindy Gellner, MD, explains why early support matters, how therapy can...
Having a hard time breathing through one nostril? You might have a deviated septum鈥攂ut 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鈥攐r 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鈥攊t 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鈥攁nd early action makes a difference. Michelle Debbink, MD, details how elevated sugars affect fetal growth and delivery, what to expect from care plans, and...
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鈥攇ray hairs, creaky knees, 鈥渙ver the hill鈥濃攂ut 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鈥攊t shapes how we think. Studies show that intellectually engaging conversations with friends can improve cognitive flexibility, creativity, and even long-term brain health. Yet...
Food allergies in children are becoming increasingly common鈥攁nd often misunderstood. Pediatrician Cindy Gellner, MD, breaks down the difference between an allergy and an intolerance, the most common triggers, and why...
Your doctor should not just be someone you see when you are sick鈥攖hey should be your health advocate. John Barrett, MD, chair of the Department of Family and Preventive Medicine...
Adults with autism are more likely to experience recurring health issues that can significantly impact quality of life. Because these conditions often develop gradually or go unnoticed, caregivers and clinicians...
Shin splints are common in athletes鈥攂ut persistent pain can signal something more serious. Athletic trainer Travis Nolan explains how untreated shin splints can progress into stress fractures, what warning signs...