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For those who are suffering a panic attack, a trip to the ER might seem necessary. And while ER doctors can give medication to help calm you down, emergency room physician Dr. Troy Madsen says most panic attacks are probably not something you absolutely need to go to the ER for. Listen to find out the reasons for when a trip to the ER is a must in the case of panic attacks.

As a parent, you’re concerned about your child’s development. If they aren’t reaching certain milestones, you may wonder if autism may be the cause. On today's Health Minute, pediatrician Dr. Cindy Gellner describes three major signs of autism and when you may want to discuss your concerns with your child’s pediatrician.

Thyroid cancer is the most common cancer in women 15 to 30 years of age. Though lumps in the thyroid are common, only 5 to 10 percent of lumps are cancer. Women's expert Dr. Kirtly Parker Jones talks about the risk factors for thyroid cancer—the majority of which women can't change—but also discusses why thyroid cancer is one of the most curable kinds of cancers.

Migraines affect women three times as much as men. If you’re a woman who has migraines, find out how to identify your triggers and what steps you can take to avoid one. On today's Health Minute, women's expect Dr. Kirtly Parker Jones talks about migraines in women.

We know the sun can damage our skin. But our eyes are susceptible to the very same sort of damage. Ophthalmologist Dr. Jeff Pettey explains the risks you may face with sun damage to the eyes, how it can impact your vision, and how to protect yourself.

Pneumonia is still a common cause of death in the United States. The reason? When it impacts the elderly, the symptoms are much harder to notice. On today's Health Minute, emergency room physician Dr. Troy Madsen describes how to spot the symptoms of pneumonia in older patients and when to seek emergency attention.

You've probably already heard that getting up from your computer to move around is important for your health, but why? Certified exercise physiologist Britta Trepp says just moving a few minutes every hour can help you meet your 30-minute per day goal for exercise. Learn some useful tips for staying active during your busy workday.

Concussions for boys may be more common, but girls are also at risk, says University of Utah Health pediatrician Dr. Jeffrey Cline. On today's Health Minute, learn what you should do if your young athlete has any concussion symptoms including headaches, sleep problems, or dizziness.

Is your child struggling in school? Wondering if they may have a learning disability? Pediatrician Dr. Cindy Gellner explains that there is a difference between a learning barrier and a legitimate learning disability. Learn how to identify one of the many types of learning disabilities and how you and your child’s school can work to make accommodations to help them succeed.

An injury to the ear can be painful, whether on the outside or inside of the ear. On today's Health Minute, pediatrician Dr. Cindy Gellner offers tips for treating an earache in your child.

If you are present during an overdose, do you know what to do? According to emergency room physician Dr. Troy Madsen, the most important thing you should do is call 911 and seek emergency help. Learn about the myths about overdose treatment and the potential complications that can come if you attempt to take care of the problem yourself.

For a majority of women and people over 35 years of age, that painful headache might actually be a migraine. It may be surprising, considering how painful they can be, but migraines are commonly never diagnosed. On today’s Health Minute, Dr. Tom Miller explains the common symptoms you should be on the lookout for and what your doctor can do to help.

Keeping your heart healthy takes less exercise than you might expect. Even a short brisk walk can do wonders for your cardiovascular health. On this Health Minute, cardiologist Dr. John Ryan talks about how even moderate activity a few times a week can help keep your heart strong.

If you're having trouble sleeping and ran out of sleeping pills, is it okay to 'borrow' a pill or two from a friend? Dr. Kirtly Parker Jones explains why it is never ideal to 'borrow' any sort of medication from other people, regardless of the situation.

On this episode of Seven Questions for a Specialist, The Scope speaks with Theresa Dvorak, a registered dietitian at University of Utah Health. What's the best and worst thing you can eat? What often causes people to fail at their diet? How do you know if you're eating healthy? Hear what answers Theresa has for these questions and more.