Scoliosis is a daunting prospect for any child. Orthopedic surgeon Joshua Speirs, MD, explains the complexities of scoliosis, from initial detection by a pediatrician through available treatment options. Learn how...
Children do not learn very well or get much out of school when they are sick. It is in your child鈥檚 and their classmates鈥 best interest to keep them home...
Weight loss isn't just about hitting the gym or cutting calories鈥攊t can be a pretty complex journey that varies from one individual to another. Scot and Mitch speak with nutritionist...
The average American household contains over 300,000 items, many of which are unused or unnecessary. This accumulation of "stuff" not only leads to physical clutter but can also have financial...
Your child complains of constant dizzy spells or vertigo. Could it be a symptom of something serious? According to Pediatrician Cindy Gellner, MD, dizziness is a pretty common condition鈥攅specially for...
In the South, women face higher risks of dying from breast and cervical cancer than in other U.S. regions. Kirtly Jones, MD, discusses the contributing factors, from health care access...
Pectus excavatum or funnel chest is a deformity that can cause a child鈥檚 ribs and breastbone to grow inward giving the chest wall a sunken appearance. In some cases the...
Societal pressures often skew our understanding of success toward performance metrics, making it seem almost synonymous with external achievements. However, finding a personal definition of success that goes beyond external...
The average person is exposed to an overwhelming amount of information daily鈥攆rom news updates and social media feeds to work emails and personal texts. Research suggests we encounter roughly 34...
Tendon injuries like tendonitis and tennis elbow may seem like a regular part of working out, but you should take steps to avoid them. Once you have a tendon injury...
After receiving an ADHD diagnosis, many adults experience a flood of emotions, from relief to regret. Braun Tueller, PA-C, a specialist in ADHD treatment, discusses the common emotional responses such...
Most teenagers do not get enough sleep as it is, and starting school before 8 a.m. can hurt their natural sleep cycles. Research shows they do better in school if...
Humans began as nomadic wanderers, carrying only what was essential for survival. Over time, as societies developed, so did the accumulation of possessions, with 鈥渟tuff鈥 becoming a significant part of...
What if your child's back pain is not about posture, but something more? Scoliosis, a condition that causes the spine to curve sideways, often appears during a child鈥檚 growth spurt...
Could treatments with drugs like ketamine or psilocybin be helpful for people struggling with severe mental health issues? Psychiatrist Ben Lewis, MD, with Huntsman Mental Health Institute, navigates the potential...
Hip pain without an injury is not always a sign of arthritis, or a pulled groin, if you are young. Sometimes, the pain is caused by a misshapen hip joint...
An estimated 1.14% of the U.S. population鈥攁round 3 million people鈥攊dentify as transgender, yet many face significant barriers when accessing health care. The medical field has traditionally been structured without considering...
Emotional attachments to possessions can be deeply ingrained, sometimes leading to behaviors like hoarding, which affects approximately 2-6% of the population and is recognized as a mental disorder. Hoarding can...
If your child complains of stomach aches, headaches, and other vague symptoms that seem to increase the night before or the morning of a school day, your child may be...
Early menopause is more than just an end to menstruation before the age of 45鈥攊t could be a genetic signpost for heightened breast cancer risks. Kirtly Jones, MD, talks to...
Scot, Dr. John Smith, and Mitch delve into their personal health victories, the challenges they continue to face, and what they're planning next. From consistent strength training and quitting smoking...
Many of us are surrounded by more possessions than we truly need. Research shows the average household contains thousands of items, many of which go unused, contributing to our physical...
One of the most important parts of school registration is getting your child up-to-date on vaccinations. Pediatrician Cindy Gellner, MD, walks us through the required vaccinations and the ages they...
Curious about getting into cycling but do not know where to start? Ned Dowling, PT, from University of Utah Orthopedic Center, breaks down the basics of selecting the right bike...
