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Expert health advice and research you can use for a happier and healthier life. From University of Utah Health, The Scope's mission is to educate, engage in, and lead the conversation on the latest research and trends in medicine. The opinions expressed on The Scope do not necessarily reflect the opinion or position of the University of Utah.

12月20日

How to Transition Off Birth Control for a Healthy Start to Pregnancy

Planning for a family is an exciting step, but questions about stopping birth control and fertility often arise. How soon can you become fertile after discontinuing contraception methods? Do you need to wait before trying to conceive? When should you consult a doctor about potential fertility concerns? OB/GYN Kirtly Jones, MD, helps you make informed decisions about family planning and highlights factors like age, health, and lifestyle that can impact the time it takes to get pregnant.

7 分鐘
12月19日

Dislocated Shoulders in Athletes: How to Treat and Prevent Instability

Shoulder instability can disrupt your daily life, limit your activities, and increase the risk of recurring injuries, especially for athletes. Tom Miller, MD, talks with orthopedic surgeon Patrick Greis, MD, about the causes of shoulder instability, treatment options, and how to prevent recurring dislocations. Learn when surgery may be necessary, how physical therapy plays a role, and why personalized care is key to recovery.

7 分鐘
12月18日

Protect Your Family From Whooping Cough

Pertussis, commonly known as whooping cough, is highly contagious and can be quite dangerous to infants and newborns. Pediatrician Cindy Gellner, MD, discusses how early immunization can keep your kids safe, along with the signs of whooping cough, when to seek timely treatment, and why it's crucial to stay up to date with vaccinations.

5 分鐘
12月17日

Fever Phobia: When to Worry About Your Child's Fever and When to Stay Calm

When your child has a fever, it can be difficult to determine whether it is serious enough to see a pediatrician. Cindy Gellner, MD, goes over some myths and facts about fevers in children and infants, including how to tell low-grade and high-grade fevers apart, and treatments for both. Dr. Gellner also gives some tips about fevers that will help you keep calm while your child is ill.

8 分鐘
12月16日

How Water Supports Your Body During the Winter Months

Hydration is not just a summer concern—it is just as important during the colder months. Staying hydrated in winter helps maintain your energy, supports mental clarity, and keeps your body functioning at its best. Registered dietitian Julie Metos explains why water is essential year-round, how dehydration can affect your mood and health, and how to stay hydrated and energized even when the temperature drops.

4 分鐘
12月12日

Debunking Common Winter Health Myths

Will Vitamin C help you stave off a cold this winter? Can you catch pneumonia from going outside in the cold with wet hair? Does the flu shot make you sick? There are plenty of health myths when the weather turns cold. Russell Vinik, MD, debunks some of the most common winter health myths and shares what the research says about the cold weather and your health.

3 分鐘
12月11日

New Vitamin D Guidelines: Who Really Needs Supplements?

Are we overdoing it with vitamin D tests and supplements? Katie Ward, DNP, discusses recent findings that suggest that natural sunlight and a balanced diet might just be enough to satisfy our vitamin D needs. Learn how frequently one should test for vitamin D, how to get what you need from everyday activities, and when supplements are truly necessary.

7 分鐘
12月10日

What is Trigger Finger?

If one of your fingers gets stuck when you make a fist and it is accompanied by shooting pain and popping, it might be a condition called trigger finger. Tom Miller, MD, talks to orthopedic surgeon Angela Wang, MD, about the condition, who tends to be the most susceptible, and the possible treatments.

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Fast and Insightful

2017/12/30

Patchyboy

I find this podcast fast and insightful on a myriad of health and wellness topics that are relevant to everyone. I especially like ones that divert from the usual health topics and deal with the bureaucratic ins and outs of medicine.

Expert health advice and research you can use for a happier and healthier life. From University of Utah Health, The Scope's mission is to educate, engage in, and lead the conversation on the latest research and trends in medicine. The opinions expressed on The Scope do not necessarily reflect the opinion or position of the University of Utah.