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How the Inversion Can Affect Long-Term Health
Your nose runs and you might cough a few times during the day, even though you don’t have a cold. For otherwise healthy people, those are the immediate effects…
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Don't Sabotage Your Valentine’s Day
Many women struggle with Valentine’s Day expectations: if he loved me, he’d know what I wanted; if he doesn’t do something big, he doesn’t care; surprises are…
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Is the Cure for Vocal Fry as Simple as Telling Someone to Speak Up?
Croaking, creaking, and vocal fry—they’re all different descriptions of a way of talking marked by a low, vibratory sound that often comes at the end of a…
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New Guidance Statements on Management of Venous Thromboembolism
For the first time, the Anticoagulation Forum has published clinical guidance statements for managing blood clots in the veins, or venous thromboembolism. Dan…
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Why Low Bicarbonate Levels Might Signal A Risk For Premature Death
Older adults who are otherwise healthy are at earlier risk for death if they have low blood levels of bicarbonate, a main ingredient in baking soda. Kalani…
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Is Your Thyroid Sabotaging Your Diet?
You’ve been watching what you eat, but yet a month later your weight is the same. What’s going on? We ask endocrinologist Dr. Dev Abraham from the University…
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Will You Need a Colostomy Bag After Colorectal Cancer Surgery?
It’s a common question many people have when they find out they need surgery because of colorectal cancer: Will I need a colostomy bag? Dr. Tom Miller asks…
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Irreproducible Research—How Big of a Problem Is it?
Some estimates say that as many as half of the scientific discoveries made in certain disciplines cannot be replicated. Irreproducible research is a big…
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Advances in Cardiology Imaging Mean Better Care
Cardiology imaging can give doctors crucial information to help them more confidently diagnose a patient and choose the best treatment. Dr. Jeroen Bax is a…
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Lifestyle Changes That Can Increase Testosterone Levels in Older Men
Testosterone levels drop with age, but medication is not your only option. Urologist James Hotaling, MD, shares evidence-backed strategies that can help men…
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In Fish, Brain Cells Regenerate
Recent research published in Current Biology shows that the brains of zebrafish have amazing regenerative properties. The work suggests that a specific type of…
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Do I Have Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
Many people improperly self-diagnose wrist pain as carpal tunnel syndrome, according to Dr. Douglas Hutchinson. In this podcast, Dr. Tom Miller asks this hand…
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High Heels' Damage to the Human Foot
Men and women have been wearing elevated shoes for thousands of years. Back in ancient Egypt, wearing high heels was an indication of upper class status. Now…
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Sexting Proven to Lead to Other Risky Adolescent Behaviors
If you catch your child sexting, or even suspect it, take it seriously and take action. Dr. Kyle Bradford Jones says the potential dangers go way beyond the…
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Eating for Fat Loss
If your goal is to lose fat and retain lean muscle mass, you have to eat properly. But what does that mean? There are many myths and misconceptions when it…
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Multiple Sclerosis and Bladder Control Problems
Bladder dysfunction is a common problem for patients with multiple sclerosis (MS). Whether it’s constipation or fecal incontinence, health problems related to…
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Concussion Recovery: A Six-Step Process
How do you recover from a concussion? There’s a process to follow. Not following doctors’ recommendations can lead to bigger problems in the future…
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Should I Let My Kids Play Contact Sports?
Is it safe to let your kids play contact sports when there’s risk of concussion? It’s a question Dr. Colby Hansen from the University of Utah Orthopedic Center…
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What Does a Concussion Clinic Do?
If you get a concussion, it’s important to see your doctor, even if you don’t think it’s a big deal. If you’ve suffered a more severe blow to the head…
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Getting to the Heart of Precision Medicine: Embracing Genetic Diversity
At the heart of precision medicine is taking into consideration that each person is unique. Two people with the same disease can have very different outcomes…
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A Doctor’s Take on the Condition in the Will Smith Movie “Concussion”
The upcoming Will Smith movie “Concussion” focuses on a condition called chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE.) We asked Dr. Colby Hansen from the University…
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Concussions: What We Know and What We Don't
It might surprise you, but doctors’ understanding of concussions is still in its infancy. In this podcast, we ask neurosurgeon Dr. Greg Hawryluk to bring us up…
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Helping Your Child with Autism Transition Into Adulthood
There are some common things that parents of children with autism do that create a barrier to their child's transition into adulthood. Court Allred, a social…
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Why Do I Have to Go to The Bathroom All the Time?
Does your bladder constantly interrupt your life? There might be a solution. Sara Lenherr is a urologist who focuses on treating female incontinence and is an…
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You Don’t Have to Feel Overwhelmed with Your First Newborn
For nine months, you build up the expectations about being a new parent. If this sounds like you, pause for a moment and listen to this podcast. Dr. Sonja Van…
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My Child Has a Flat Head—Is That Serious?
Your child’s head appears misshapen or noticeably flat. There are two possible reasons: One of them, called positional plagiocephaly, is easy to fix and is not…
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DNA Testing, Decision Support, May Reduce Hospitalizations Among Elderly on Multiple Medications
The elderly take an average of 14 prescribed medications each year, increasing their risk for adverse drug interactions that could land them in the hospital. A…
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Recognizing and Managing Cow's Milk Allergy in Kids
Cows’ milk is one of the eight foods responsible for most food allergies in children. It’s also a common ingredient in many foods. Dr. Cindy Gellner gives tips…
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How PMS Can Affect Her Decision Making
Myth or truth: women shouldn’t be making big decisions during PMS? Contrary to what some may think, many women don’t even have PMS before their periods. But…
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Why A Doctor Should Monitor Your Testosterone Treatments
If you're on testosterone treatments, it’s important to be regularly monitored by a physician to avoid potential risks. Dr. Jim Hotaling is an urologist and…
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How Do You Know if Your Child Is Allergic to Latex?
If your child is allergic to latex, something as simple as going to a birthday party with latex balloons can trigger a deadly allergic reaction. Knowing what…
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Could Donor Matching Help Fecal Transplants to Work Better?
Though it may be hard to get past the “ick factor”, fecal transplants—putting fecal matter from a healthy donor into a patient’s intestine—is proving to be a…
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Six Ways Deep Fat Frying a Turkey Can Burn You
Deep fat frying a turkey is dangerous. Chances are good you are making at least one mistake that could lead to a fire—or worse, a severe burn injury. Annette…
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Andropause: The Men’s Version of Menopause
We know women stop producing hormones at a certain time in their life, but what about men? Do men ever stop producing testosterone? Men’s health expert Dr…
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My Child Has Been Diagnosed With ADHD—Now What?
Learning that your child has attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) can be a lot to take in. You will want answers to questions including: “What…
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How an Autism Gene Changes the Developing Brain
New research suggests that small changes in brain connectivity early in life may lead to big changes that contribute to autism and intellectual disabilities…
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Obtaining An Accurate Family Health History is Crucial
Having an accurate family health history is just as important as excising or eating right—maybe even more important. Knowing the health risks that run in your…
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The Health Benefits of a Marriage
A good marriage makes people healthier. An abusive marriage is bad for your health. Research from the University of Utah found being in a marriage with a cold…
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Are You A Helicopter Parent?
As parents, we always want to make sure we give our children the attention they need, but too much attention could have a negative affect. Are you too involved…
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Skip the Office—See Your Doctor in a Virtual Visit
Need to see your doctor but don’t feel like an office visit? Many physicians are jumping on the trend of video chatting with patients to diagnose and write…
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Calling All Teens: How to Deal with Cyberbullying
With all the technology around, bullying is no longer limited to schoolyards. Kids are using cell phones and social media to torment and spread rumors about…
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Do I Have the Baby Blues or Postpartum Depression?
Being pregnant and giving birth make a woman’s hormones go haywire. All those hormones and life changes can make a new mom feel very emotional, vulnerable and…
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Three Fire Dangers to Watch Out for this Halloween
Think about it—on Halloween, kids are running around with billowing sleeves and capes on their costumes, porches are strewn with hay and dried pumpkins and…
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Are My Medications Making Me Sick?
They’re supposed to help you feel better, but sometimes taking several medications together can create even more problems in your body. If you’re taking a lot…
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Cracking the Olfactory Code
We’re all familiar with the power of smell: a Thanksgiving turkey roasting in the oven may lure you into the kitchen, while the stench of rotting trash can…
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NSF Ideas Lab Turns the Scientific Grants Process on its Head
Imagine being thrown together with a group of strangers and coming up with a fundable scientific proposal in less than a week. That’s the basic nuts and bolts…
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How Important is Exercise to Control Diabetes?
Research shows that regular exercise is probably the most helpful thing you can do to absorb insulin and control your diabetes. It can also help prevent your…
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Should You Ask for a Test for the Flu?
Negative test results can bring a sigh of relief, but positive results can also give you peace of mind in knowing what’s wrong. If you think you’re coming down…
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Can I Eat or Drink During Labor?
Giving birth is a lot of hard work, but since most women are anesthetized during the process, eating and drinking anything besides ice has generally been…
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Curbing the Negative Effects of Chemotherapy on Adult Childhood Cancer Survivors
Children who receive chemotherapy for cancer treatment can be prone to negative effects of those chemicals later in life. The Pediatric Late Effects Clinic at…
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Do You Need a Whipple Procedure? All About the Surgery and Life Afterward
Do you have cysts or cancer in your pancreas? Your doctor might have mentioned a Whipple procedure to you. In this podcast, Dr. Courtney Scaife and Dr. Tom…
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Leaky Bowels? Treatment Options for Fecal Incontinence
You might be embarrassed to talk about your leaking bowels with anyone, even a doctor. But there are ways to improve the function of the rectal muscles. In…
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Talking, Treatment, and Making the Home Safe: Ways to Help Prevent Kids From Committing Suicide
Suicide is the third most common cause of death from kids aged 10-19. Children and teens suffering from depression, whether it is being treated or not, are…
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Communicating Science to Impact Policy
Many scientists would argue that some public policy does not reflect the current state of scientific knowledge. Arguably, some of this misrepresentation can be…
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Am I Normal: I'm a Mosquito Magnet
Every time you spend some time outside you end up covered in mosquito bites. Why do they bite you more than anyone else? It turns out about one in five people…
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What Elephants Can Teach Us About Evading Cancer
A study led by the Huntsman Cancer Institute at the University of Utah could explain why elephants rarely get cancer. Published in the Journal of the American…
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The Importance of Skin-to-Skin Contact Between Mom and Baby
Lots of research has been done about the benefits of skin-to-skin contact between a mother and her new baby. In this podcast, lactation consultant Elizabeth…
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Aortic Stenosis Treatments
If your heart murmur turns out to be a narrowing of the heart valve, or aortic stenosis, you might be surprised. Many patients with aortic stenosis don’t…
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What Happens When the ER Fills Up?
Emergency room doctor Robert Stephen wants you to know that once you walk into the ER, you will not be turned away, no matter what. But there are times when…
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The Steep Price of Medical Misdiagnosis
Michael Cohen was told that a pain in his chest was indigestion, and it wasn’t until two years later that he learned it was actually caused by a lung tumor. By…