Playing sports is one major way kids can learn important life skills while staying healthy and strong. However, when a child is diagnosed with a heart condition, parents might wonder if it’s still safe for them to play. Pediatric cardiologist, Dr. Akash Patel, discusses what to know about student athletes and heart safety, the importance of pre-participation cardiac screenings and important precautions to take on and off the field.
Your blood pressure is an important signifier of your overall health. If it’s too high or too low, it could be a sign that something is off with your health, and it can lead to serious conditions. Cardiologist Luke Laffin, MD outlines the steps you can take to lower your blood pressure and to keep it within a healthy range.
Navigating the postpartum time—or the time period after you’ve given birth—can present challenges. Your body has transformed significantly while being pregnant, and you’re now navigating new parenthood while continuing to experience major physical changes, including hair loss, bladder issues, and more. Ob/Gyn Dr. Erica Newlin, MD discusses what new parents can expect to experience physically in the postpartum time, and solutions to common concerns.
News headlines tell of a national emergency when it comes to teen mental health in the U.S., with teen depression and suicide are on the rise. Pediatric psychologist Dr. Ethan Benore delves deeper.
More than 15 million Americans live with alcohol abuse disorder. It's considered a chronic disease with no cure. There are, however, steps you can take to help someone with an alcohol addiction move toward sobriety. Psychiatrist Akhil Anand, MD, offers some guidance.
How much sleep do babies need and - perhaps more importantly - how can you help them get those ZZZs so you can get some rest, too? Pediatrician Heidi Szugye, DO offers some tips for creating a safe and comforting sleep environment that will allow your baby (and you) to thrive.
When you’re trying to achieve smooth, glowing, ageless skin, it can feel nearly impossible to wade through all of the internet’s advice and separate fact from fiction. Dermatologist Melissa Piliang, MD, answers your most pressing skin care questions and shares guidance to help you figure out what’s best for your skin.
Instead of following strict dieting rules and restricting what you eat, intuitive eating teaches you to trust your internal hunger and fullness cues to help you decide what and how much to eat. Studies show that this eating style is associated with positive body image and self-esteem. Psychologist Susan Albers. PsyD, discusses the principles of intuitive eating and how to apply them in your own life.
Endometriosis is a health condition in which the kind of tissue commonly found in the inner lining of the uterus grows elsewhere in the body. This can cause severe pain and other complications. Miguel Luna, MD is here to share signs of endometriosis, how the condition is diagnosed and treatment options available.
Mild, moderate or severe erectile dysfunction affects more than 50% of American men between age 40 and 70. Although frequently associated with aging, the condition can also be caused by numerous diseases and conditions, as well as certain medications and surgeries. Lawrence Hakim, MD discusses symptoms and diagnosis of erectile dysfunction, as well as the range of medical and surgical treatments available for the condition.