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  • Does My Child Have ADHD?

    Many families have opted for virtual education over the past year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, so parents have been able to observe their children in an academic setting. And some wonder if their children’s difficulty adapting to virtual learning may be because of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). 

  • Will Bariatric Surgery Improve My Fertility?

    The aesthetics of weight loss is a major draw for many seeking bariatric surgery, but that’s not the only reason to have this life-changing procedure. Bariatric surgery can also improves fertility.

  • Lisa Cooper: My Breast Cancer Survival Story

    Most of us have been touched by cancer, either directly or indirectly. Pink October is a reminder to remember those lost to breast cancer, to encourage those still fighting, to celebrate the survivors and to prevent future cases. A year ago, I had my own battle with breast cancer. As a health care practitioner working in prevention and wellness, I felt almost immune to the possibility of developing cancer. I was healthy, I ate right, and I thought I knew the risk factors. In hindsight, I had more risks than I wanted to admit. With 1 in 8 women developing breast cancer, the likelihood that many of us will be touched personally is high.

  • Will Anxiety Meds Hurt My Sex Life?

    If your anxiety is so intense it seems tangible, or your depression dips too deep, you’re likely to be prescribed SSRIs, a family of medications that ease either or both conditions.

  • Can COVID-19 Make Me Infertile?

    As a urologist who specializes in sexual health and male infertility, I’ve had concerned patients ask if COVID-19 will affect their current and future fertility potential. Many couples are already dealing with fertility issues beyond their control and see the virus as an additional stressor. 

  • Does My Child Have a UTI?

    Parents and caregivers might tend to think of urinary tract infections (UTIs) as bacterial infections that strike adults, but young children actually have a greater risk of lasting kidney damage from UTIs than any other age group. By age 5, about 8 percent of girls and 1 to 2 percent of boys have had a UTI, according to the Urology Care Foundation. 

  • How Does Diabetes Affect My Heart?

    Americans with type 2 diabetes are twice as likely to develop heart disease and particularly coronary artery disease, which is a major cause of morbidity and mortality. But what many diabetics may not know is why these serious conditions are linked. 

  • Why Am I Missing My Period?

    Imagine: No cramps. No bleeding. No wondering when “Aunt Flo” is coming to town. Not having a period might sound like a nice break, but in reality, it’s not. Granted, having a period may not always be convenient, but it is a natural process that ensures the body’s reproductive systems are operating properly.

  • Can Weight-Loss Surgery Cure My Diabetes?

    Obesity is one of the most important factors in developing type 2 diabetes. Nearly 12 million Americans have severe obesity, which puts them at much greater risk for this chronic disease that occurs when the cells in your body become resistant to insulin.

  • Is Weight-Loss Surgery Right for Me?

    If you are obese, and diet and exercise haven’t helped you reach a healthy weight, weight-loss surgery may be an option. While this may seem like a quick fix, it’s far from it. Not only is bariatric surgery a complex medical procedure, but after the surgery, you must adjust how you eat and commit to maintaining those changes for your lifetime.