Everyday Medicine

Better fitness is one of the most common resolutions each year. Unfortunately, our desire for "extreme" versions of activities can lead to ER visits. In this episode, we talk about the keys to safe fitness resolutions.

Everyone is hearing about getting their flu vaccine, but few know how the vaccine is put together in order to maximize protection. In this episode, we talk about the decisions behind the flu vaccine.

A recent release from UHC ranked the US states based on their overall health. In this episode, we discuss some of the results, especially related to two of my favorite states.

Falls are a common winter presentation in the ER. Ice can be very tricky, painful, and dangerous. In this episode, we talking about some of the keys to navigating the icy conditions.

Seasonal Affective Disorder(S.A.D.) is the phenomenon of seasonal related depression and mood changes. It is very common in northern latitudes(northern hemisphere) in the fall and winter. In this episode, we talk about S.A.D., recognizing the symptoms and some of the treatments.

Our eyes and noses welcome cold with running and tearing. So, why do noses run and eyes water in cold weather? In this episode we talk about how something that can be annoying is actually protective.

We all know of the importance of using seat belts, but many don't wear them properly. In this episode, we discuss the proper placement and use of seat belts to maximize their safety and protection.

We have all heard the risks of smoking, but what about early aging from smoking. New research brings together twins to compare the differences in aging from smoking. In this episode, we talk about the research and its findings.

Halloween is a fun, but potentially dangerous time of year, especially for children. In this episode, we will discuss some of the keys to a safe and enjoyable Halloween.

One subject that has flown under the radar with regard to healthcare reform is the mounting physician shortage. There is expected to be a shortage of 90-100,000 by 2020. The moral is that if we want access to healthcare, it's going to take more than an insurance card.

We all see the commercials about fiber, but what is it and why do we need it? In this episode, we talk about the what and why of a high fiber diet.

It's early fall and that means that flu season is right around the corner and the flu shots are available. In this episode, we talk about the CDC recommendations on who should get a flu shot this year.

Injuries happen all the time, but which ones need more than just a little TLC? In this episode, we discuss some of the symptoms and findings that could suggest that you need to get an x-ray.

The X-ray is an integral tool in medicine, but where did it come from? In this episode, we talk about the birth of the Xray.

Every year, when school gets back into session, ER's and clinics see a spike in infections. This year has been no different. In this episode, we discuss the what and why of back to school infections.