Medically reviewed by Jack Horng, MDThe brain never really clocks out. Even during sleep, it’s performing some of its most critical work, and what happens during those hours has consequences that extend well beyond how you feel the next morning. Researchers have found that the quality and quantity of sleep you get over time haveContinue reading “The Sleep-Brain Health Connection: What Your Sleep Says About Your Neurological Health”
Monthly Archives: March 2026
Cancer Screenings: Which Tests You Need and When
Medically reviewed by Marjorie Zauderer, MDStaying current on cancer screenings is one of the most effective things a person can do for their long-term health, but knowing exactly which tests apply to you, and when to start them, isn’t always straightforward. Guidelines have shifted in recent years, risk factors vary from person to person, andContinue reading “Cancer Screenings: Which Tests You Need and When”
Colonoscopy Myths, Debunked
Medically reviewed by Ryan Bendl, DO, FACS, FASCRSFor many adults, the word colonoscopy brings up anxiety, discomfort or a long list of reasons to put it off. But colorectal cancer screening is one of the most powerful tools we have to prevent or catch cancer early, when it’s most treatable. During Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month,Continue reading “Colonoscopy Myths, Debunked”
A Day in the Life of a Hospitalist: The Backbone of Inpatient Care
Medically reviewed by Andrea Porrovecchio, MD When you’re admitted to the hospital, one of the most important care providers you meet is someone you may not have heard of before: a hospitalist.A hospitalist is a physician, nurse practitioner, or physician assistant who specializes in caring for admitted hospital patients. Unlike primary care doctors who seeContinue reading “A Day in the Life of a Hospitalist: The Backbone of Inpatient Care”
Direct Access Colon Cancer Screening Program
Wait No More: Get Fast and Easy Access to Advanced Colonoscopy TechnologyPreventive screenings are just one of those things. You know you should do it, but you put it off, put it off some more, get the referral from your primary care physician, stare at your calendar, and finally make the call, only to findContinue reading “Direct Access Colon Cancer Screening Program”
Pediatric vs. Adult Epilepsy: Understanding the Differences
Medically reviewed by Manisha Holmes, MDEpilepsy can affect people at any stage of life, but the way it presents and how it’s managed can look very different in children compared to adults. Understanding these differences can help patients and families know what to expect, advocate for appropriate care, and feel more confident navigating treatment decisionsContinue reading “Pediatric vs. Adult Epilepsy: Understanding the Differences”
7 Everyday Factors That Can Increase Seizure Risk
That first blast of winter air might feel invigorating, but your cardiovascular system is working harder than you realize. Within seconds of stepping into freezing temperatures, your blood vessels constrict to preserve body heat, raising your blood pressure and increasing the workload on your heart.