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When somebody faints, it can be brief but pretty dramatic. Is there a need for alarm? Causes of fainting can vary from anxiety, hunger, to low blood sugar. On today's Health Minute, emergency room physician Dr. Troy Madsen says usually everything will be fine for young people, but older people may need additional attention. Learn what you can do to help someone recorder if they faint.

What factors are important to consider when choosing a mattress? Sleep expert Dr. Milton Chua says comfort is different for each person, and things like spine posture, muscle tone, and body weight should all be considered. Learn what other factors to consider when you're in the mattress store, and find out where the expression "sleep tight" comes from.

Infection from a common virus, cytomegalovirus (CMV), is the leading cause of non-genetic hearing loss in U.S. newborns. Even though the virus is far more prevalent than Zika, it remains relatively unheard of. ENT specialist Dr. Albert Park explains what can happen when infants are exposed to CMV while in the womb and steps that pregnant women can take to avoid infection. Park is carrying out a national clinical trial to determine whether he can lessen the impact of CMV in infants by treating them with antiviral medications.

A big part of getting a good night’s sleep is what you sleep on. Having the right mattress can lead to better quality sleep and all the health benefits that come with it. On today's Health Minute, sleep expert Dr. Milton Chua shares the three things you need to know to pick the best mattress for your best night’s sleep.

If your child is choking, it can be a very scary experience for both of you, but there are things parents can do to prevent choking in children. Pediatrician Dr. Cindy Gellner explains what happens when children choke, what signs to look for, and what urgent actions nearby adults should take. Also, find out what types of foods and toys are the biggest choking hazards for kids.

Kids get into everything. Dirt. Cosmetics. And on occasion, pain pills. On today's Health Minute, Dr. Jennifer Plumb talks about how to be prepared in the chance your child consumes something they shouldn't.

"It was almost 6 hours in before I had any chest pain at all." Ashley Biehl, 26-years-old, survived a heart attack earlier this year. Like so many young women, she never expected it could happen to her. Ashley shares her story — live from the American Heart Association's 2017 Heart and Stroke Walk.

“It was horrible, I had no warning. I [just] remember feeling very sick and dizzy.” Orville Clark is the survivor of three strokes. He’s recently written a book about his journey titled Rebound that’s soon to be published. Orville speaks about his harrowing experience and survival — live from the American Heart Association's 2017 Heart and Stroke Walk.

"There were dozens and dozens of people who contributed to my rehab, my recovery, and literally bringing me back to life." Kris talks about being diagnosed with viral cardiomyopathy at age 13, and later heart failure at age 38. Despite suffering a scary heart attack earlier this year he's surviving and came out for today's event — live from the American Heart Association's 2017 Heart and Stroke Walk.

If you find your heart suddenly racing, is that cause for concern? Whether to worry or not depends on other symptoms and how long the racing lasts. Emergency room physician Dr. Troy Madsen talks about some potentially serious conditions you should be mindful of, and how ER doctors might treat them.

Sometimes, kids smell. Most of these odors are caused by them being little explorers and can easily wash off with soap. But what if your child has some particularly funky smells? On today's Health Minute, pediatrician Dr. Cindy Gellner talks about three smells you should pay attention to, as they could indicate your child is sick.

Periods are part of the health burden of being a woman. And while heavy periods are common for women most of the time, other times it could be a sign of a more serious health concern. Women's expert Dr. Kirtly Parker Jones talks about why unusual heavy periods could be a sign of something as serious as blood cancer. Find out when you should seek medical attention if you're having heavy periods.

Few public health practices have improved human health and lifespan as much as childhood vaccinations. On today's Health Minute, family and preventative medicine physician Dr. David Owen gives a brief perspective on the importance of immunizations.

Gum disease is the most common chronic disease for children. Pediatric dentist Dr. Hans Reinemer talks about the importance of establishing a 'dental home' for your child. This means visiting a pediatric dentist by age one. Learn about the value of establishing an early positive relationship between your child and their dentist.

Aches. Cramps. Bloating. It’s that time of the month again. On today's Health Minute, Dr. Kirtly Paker Jones shares three OBGYN-approved home remedies to relieve some of the pains caused by your period.