The Scope Radio

Pregnant women are among those who are highly vulnerable to the flu. Dr. Kirtly Jones discusses if flu shots are safe during pregnancy and what you need to know if you're pregnant during flu season.

Flu season is here and you might have wondered: do flu vaccines really make a difference? The answer is yes! Dr. Cindy Gellner talks about how flu shots work, why it's important for everyone in the family to get them, and about new guidelines for children that have an egg allergy.

More women in the United States die each year from prescription drug overdoses than from automobile accidents. One reason might be women experience pain differently from men, and therefore may be prescribed more pain pills. Dr. Kirtly Jones talks about why these preventable deaths are occuring and how they can be prevented. You'll also learn why something as simple as cleaning out your medicine cabinet could save a life.

They're cute and they're sticky, but the tiny hands of busy little children are also covered in germs! As simple as it is to do, kids don't always think about washing their hands, yet it's the best way to prevent colds and flu. Dr. Cindy Gellner has some great tips for getting children to lather up! You'll also learn the spot most kids (and adults) miss and how a cool trick with glitter can make hand washing fun.

You see the ads on TV during sporting events, and athletes swear by them. Do sports drinks make a difference? Dr. Troy Madsen has the facts and tackles some hydration myths like drinking pickle juice on game day.

Putting your child to bed at night can be a nightmare. Dr. Cindy Gellner talks about how to avoid bedtime troubles and how to get into a nightime routine that works. You'll also learn why texting before bed is bad for teenagers, and find out exactly how much sleep your child needs.

You've heard the old wives tales about what you should and shouldn't do while pregnant. But can you separate fact from fiction? Dr. Kirtly Jones weighs in on the truth behind some well-known pregnancy myths.

It's Halloween, so you theoretically could land in the ER for a vampire bite, right? All joking aside, dozens of people each year land in the ER for bit marks. Dr. Troy Madsen discusses treatment options. Dr. Troy Madsen talks about the different types of bites that come through the ER, from dogs and bats, and how to avoid being bitten this Halloween.

You might think dry eye disease is a result of simply having a lack of tears. The condition is actually an inflammatory disease. Dr. Majid Moshirfar explains the causes of dry eye disease —and what you can do to treat it. Dr. Maji Moshirfar from the University of Utah's Moran Eye Center tells us why fall is dry eye season, what causes it, and how to cure the disease.

The health facts on soda aren't a secret: The sugary conncoctions aren't good for kids. Yet children in the U.S. drink the calorie-loaded beverage by the gallon. How can you help your child make healthier choices? Dr. Cynthia Gellner from the University of Utah shares tips for ditching the carbonated beverage for good.

Osteoporosis and other bone conditions can mean the difference between living independently and needing full-time assitance as we age. Dr. Kirtly Jones from the University of Utah weighs in on what constitutes good bone health —and how you can help ensure your bones stay strong as you age.

Dr. Kirtly Jones from the University of Utah distinguishes between women's migraines and men's migraines. She also provides tips for dealing with the pain that comes from what can be a debhilitating condition for some patients.

Some chemicals found in simple household items can have an adverse impact on your skin. Dr. Kirtly Jones from the University of Utah discusses how you can spot seemingly safe chemicals that could actually be hazardous to your skin.

Believe it or not, injuries related to home improvement project mishaps are a regular occurence in the emergency room. Dr. Troy Madsen explains why — and offers tips for how to stay healthy while fixing the roof.

Play it safe on your quest to bag Bambi. Dr. Troy Madsen weighs in on common injuries and illnesses for Utah hunters, and provides suggestions for avoiding similar pitfalls.