Published on Jan 21, 2021 by Stacie Gilmore, MD | Stay Well
According to the Environmental Protection Agency, radon is the leading cause of lung cancer among non-smokers. That’s especially concerning since as many as 1 in 15 homes in the US have high levels of radon. Radon is a radioactive gas that comes from the natural decay...
Published on Jan 19, 2021 by Abhinaya Jawahar, MD | Men's Health, Stay Well, Women's Health
Most people never think about their thyroid. But when it goes haywire, it can affect nearly every part of your body. The thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland found just below your Adam’s apple at the base of your neck. The gland secretes the thyroid hormone, which...
Published on Jan 19, 2021 | Ask an Expert, Stay Well
Since the beginning of the pandemic, there has been an effort to make one or more COVID-19 vaccines available as soon as possible through Operation Warp Speed. As that vaccine rolls out to our healthcare workers and communities, many people have lingering questions...
Published on Jan 15, 2021 | Child & Family Health, Stay Well
When it comes to older children and teens, the impact of the ongoing pandemic on mental health should not be overlooked. Decreased social interaction with peers and extended family, changes in routine and future plans, and building tensions from extended periods spent...
Published on Jan 13, 2021 by Todd Boren, MD | Gynecological Health, Stay Well, Women's Health
Most women don’t give much thought to their cervix unless they’re pregnant or trying to conceive. But the cervix plays a powerful role in the reproductive system throughout our whole lives. So what exactly is the cervix? The cervix is the passage that...
Published on Dec 23, 2020 | Stay Well
Texting while driving has received a lot of attention, but it’s not the only form of distracted driving. There are many other ways a driver can become distracted — and they can be just as dangerous. Distracted driving is driving while doing any other activity that...
