December 7, 2021
Omicron is here. In fact, by the time you read this, the number of cases that have already hit the United States will likely have multiplied. That’s because this new ‘variant of concern’ has about 30 genetic mutations that make it more contagious than all previous variants.
December 6, 2021
In this episode of Kids Health Cast, Jhansi Reddy, M.D. discusses what parents can expect at their child's first gynecology appointment.
December 3, 2021
For the fourth consecutive year, Dr. John Leonard shares his list of the 10 most interesting and impactful lymphoma and blood cancer abstracts – with 5 “bonus” podcast-only selections – to be presented at the 2021 meeting of the American Society of Hematology (ASH).
December 2, 2021
The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) is urging parents to vaccinate their children 5 years old and above, as soon as possible to reduce their risk not only of infection but also severe disease leading to hospitalization or long-term complications.
December 1, 2021
Mention ‘pandemic’ and COVID-19 comes to mind. But long before COVID-19 arrived, another disease was devastating America and the world: AIDS.
November 30, 2021
November is National Hospice and Palliative Care Month. Your loved ones raised you well and now you want to return the favor. Take a few moments to learn how to care for the older adults in your life.
November 29, 2021
In this episode of Back to Health, Padmaja Kandula, M.D. discusses what patients should know about epilepsies.
November 24, 2021
In this episode of Women's Health Wednesday series of Back to Health, Silky Pahlajani, M.D. discusses women's brain health.
November 22, 2021
Cori Green, M.D., M.S., discusses suicide prevention in children and adolescents.
November 19, 2021
Testicular cancer is an uncommon form of cancer and yet remains the #1 cancer among young men. Testicular cancer is highly treatable and curable, especially when caught early, but it’s not often talked about. Normalizing the topic and increasing awareness for regular self-checks is critical to proper detection, diagnosis, and treatment.
