The Scope

It’s a topic many U.S. citizens don’t think about—treating the psychological needs of refugees. The trauma that so many refugees suffer does not go away when they reach their new country. In fact, refugees are faced with many new traumas as they adjust to a new culture. Dr. Omar Reda, a refugee himself, is a psychiatrist specializing in treating refugee trauma. Dr. Reda shares his personal journey...

Sometimes contraception fails. For women who find themselves in a contraceptive emergency, emergency contraception might be a more reliable option than crossing your fingers and hoping for the best. Many of these options are available over the counter, but you can also order them online. Women’s health expert Dr. Kirtly Parker Jones explains what options are available and how you can get these med...

Fidget spinners are a cheap and trendy new kids’ toy that claims to help with ADHD, anxiety, and other mental health issues. But pediatrician Dr. Cindy Gellner says there's no hard evidence these toys help kids to focus. Instead, Dr. Gellner says fidget spinners can actually be a distraction. Find out why, and get some ideas for effective alternatives if your child has behavioral challenges.

Nail fungus is common, stubborn, and often misunderstood. Many treatments promise results, but few deliver. Dermatologist Christopher Hull, MD , breaks down how to confirm the diagnosis, what actually works, and why some options fall short. From prescription medications to home remedies, learn how to weigh effectiveness, cost, and risks, so you can decide whether treatment is worth it and choose t...

Colorectal cancer is thought to be something you’d worry about as you got older, but younger patients are developing the condition. Dr. Andrew Gawron , a gastroenterologist at University of Utah Health, explains what this means for younger adults.

Fainting can be a scary event for everyone involved. According to emergency room physician Dr. Troy Madsen , 99% of the time, there are no serious health concerns. But if you're around when someone hits the floor, how should you respond? Learn the facts about fainting and what you can do when it happens.

Some women entering sexual maturity may find themselves attracted to both men and women. The internal question becomes "Am I normal?" On this episode of The Scope , Dr. Kirtly Parker Jones discusses sexual attraction and resources available to find a safe space.

Randy Carson , a physical therapist at University of Utah Health, discusses some of the best and worst things you can do for your body. What does everyone need to know about physical therapy? And how many massages should you expect during therapy?

Mouth guards protect kids' teeth and jaws even when they're not playing contact sports. Studies suggest a mouth guard can prevent more than half of the common dental injuries adolescents can suffer. According to pediatric dental specialist Dr. Hans Reinemer , custom-made mouth guards are a good investment toward your child's dental health. They can be comfortable—and even look cool.

When your child gets diarrhea, it’s a bad time for everyone. But what really causes it? And how do you get it to stop? Pediatrician Dr. Cindy Gellner discusses some of the most common myths about diarrhea and what you can do to help prevent it in your child.

Around 2 million people in the United States are addicted to prescription painkillers, with 52,000 accidental opioid overdose deaths in 2015. According to Mark Ilgen, associate professor of psychiatry at University of Michigan, the problem isn’t the medication itself, but how doctors treat pain. Different approaches to chronic pain management may be the answer to helping reduce opioid addiction.

A trip to the ER is different for patients with diabetes compared to those without. Diabetes can lead to more serious complications doctors would be concerned about, as well as influence diagnostics and potential treatments. Emergency room physician Dr. Troy Madsen explains why it’s important your physicians know your diabetic status early with emergency treatment.

About 15% of recognized pregnancies end in miscarriage, yet the advice on how long to wait before trying again has often been inconsistent. Women's health expert, Kirtly Jones, MD , explains when it may be safe to conceive after an early miscarriage, and when medical factors may mean waiting longer. Learn what conditions can cause miscarriages and what it could mean for your next pregnancy.

The long-term survival of most people diagnosed with late-stage cancer of the esophagus is low. Dr. John Weis , an oncologist at Huntsman Cancer Institute, describes the process of diagnosing esophageal cancer and the traits most commonly associated with the disease.

Your baby should be sleeping on their back. But what about when they are awake? Pediatrician Cindy Gellner, MD , talks about why tummy time is important for infants to build up their back and shoulder muscles and explains some different techniques for doing it safely.

Once an older adult goes home from the hospital after suffering a stroke, their family can be in the best position to continue the care. Randy Carson , a neuro-clinical specialist in physical therapy, describes ways family members can prepare to continue caring safely for a parent post-stroke.

Trying to conceive after a miscarriage can be emotionally exhausting, especially when pregnancy does not happen as quickly as expected. Kirtly Jones, MD , explains that for many healthy couples who conceived easily before, most will become pregnant again within a year. Learn when delays may be normal, when age or fertility factors may matter, and when it is time to talk with a specialist.

You’ve seen the alarming headlines about “dry drowning” in which a child passes away days after inhaling water. It’s definitely a nightmare scenario, but does it really happen? The short answer: not exactly. What actually happened is called “secondary drowning,” and it is preventable if you know what to look for. Emergency room physician Dr. Troy Madsen explains how the media has the story wrong,...

A severe asthma attack can be dangerous and an alarming situation for both the victim and those around them. Do you know what to do if you find yourself needing to assist someone during an asthma attack? Emergency room physician Dr. Troy Madsen walks through step-by-step what you should do to assess the situation and best help during someone else's asthma attack.

Scientists have shown that they can create fertile eggs from "pluripotent" skin stem cells—cells that can form into any type of embryonic cell. The potential for this kind of regenerative medicine could also help treat diseases. For example, stem cells can now restore healthy bone marrow in leukemia patients. Dr. Kirtly Parker Jones talks about the many interesting scientific—and ethical—questions...

Kids can be rambunctious and rowdy. Especially during the warm summer months when they're outside playing sports and running around. When they eventually take a spill that knocks out a tooth, do you know what to do? Pediatric dental specialist Dr. Hans Reinemer explains what you need to do for everything from chips and cracks to fully knocked-out teeth.

Meningitis is an infection of the tissue and fluid surrounding the brain and spinal cord. It's a serious condition that can turn deadly for your child. Pediatrician Dr. Cindy Gellner explains what causes this painful infection and how you can identify and treat meningitis in your child.

Typically, an emergency room doctor reviews a patient's vital signs before actually seeing the patient. The four main vital signs—blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate, and body temperature—reveal a lot of important information. Emergency room physician Dr. Troy Madsen talks about how ERs use vital signs to triage patients and what indicators he looks for to determine if a patient needs urg...

On this episode of Seven Questions for a Specialist, cardiologist Dr. John Ryan answers what he thinks is the best—and worst—thing you can do for your heart, why he chose to specialize in cardiology and what advancements he's most excited about in the field of cardiology.

Supplements can be purchased for everything from libido enhancement to boosting athletic performance. But are they good for you? Women's health expert Dr. Kirtly Parker Jones points out that dietary supplements are associated with 50,000 adverse reactions every year and have been known to contain banned substances.