40 Tiny Health Adjustments That Can Change Your Life After 40

  • October 23, 2019

Anton Bilchik, MD, Professor of Surgery and Director of Gastrointestinal & Hepatobiliary Tumors, and other health experts share 40 health adjustments that can change your life after 40. Read the article by Best Life to discover what they are.

What to Expect in Clinical Trials for Metastatic Breast Cancer

  • October 22, 2019

If you have metastatic breast cancer, how do you know if a clinical trial might be right for you? Janie Grumley, MD, breast surgical oncologist and director of the Margie Petersen Breast Center at Providence Saint John’s, discusses what to expect in clinical trials for metastatic breast cancer in an article by Health Central.

Getting 9 Hours of Sleep Per Night May Indicate Risk of Dementia

  • October 17, 2019

Researchers say getting more than 9 hours of sleep a night could indicate a higher risk of dementia. Dr. Verna Porter, a neurologist and director of programs for dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, and neurocognitive disorders at Providence Saint John’s Health Center comments on the article in Healthline News.

What Is EVALI? Symptoms of Vaping-Related Lung Illness May Feel Like the Flu

  • October 16, 2019

It seems like every day there’s more news about vaping-related illnesses or injuries—and people are starting to die from it. Dr. Osita Onugha, MD, thoracic surgeon and director of thoracic surgery research, explains what EVALI is and the common symptoms of vaping-related lung illness to lookout for in an article by Prevention Magazine.

‘Social’ Smoking Does Almost as Much Damage to Your Lungs as ‘Heavy’ Smoking

  • October 16, 2019

Researchers say that people who smoke five cigarettes a day are doing almost as much damage to their lungs as people who smoke 30 cigarettes a day. Learn recommendations for how to quit smoking from Osita Onugha, MD, director of the Thoracic Surgery Research and Surgical Innovation Lab, in an article by HealthLine.

The Joker’s Laugh Is Based on a Real Condition Called the Pseudobulbar Affect

  • October 15, 2019

Joker is currently breaking box office records, and fans are riveted by Joaquin Phoenix’s portrayal of the notorious Batman villain. However, did you know the Joker’s laugh is based on a real condition called the Pseudobulbar Affect? Learn more from Santosh Kesari, MD, neurologist and chair of the Department of Translational Neurosciences

Head, Neck Melanoma Cases Rising Among Younger People: Here’s Why

  • October 15, 2019

Head, Neck Melanoma Cases Rising Among Younger People. Learn why from Trevan Fischer, MD, surgical oncologist and assistant professor of surgical oncology at the Saint John’s Cancer Institute.

This Is What You Should Know Before Scheduling Your Annual Mammogram

  • October 15, 2019

Although mammograms do not prevent breast cancer, they do allow for early detection. Janie Grumley, M.D., breast surgical oncologist and director of the Margie Petersen Breast Center at Providence Saint John’s Health Center, recommends getting your mammogram at the same location every year, since part of reading a mammogram is to compare images from prior years. This can minimize uncertainty when interpreting findings on a mammogram. Learn more by reading the article by Sunday Edit.

Why Sia’s Reveal of Chronic Pain from Ehlers-Danlos Is So Important

  • October 15, 2019

“Chandelier” singer Sia has revealed she has a rare genetic condition called Ehlers-Danlos syndrome that results in chronic pain. Learn more about Ehlers-Danlos syndrome from Santosh Kesari, MD, neuro-oncologist, neurologist, and chair of the department of translational neurosciences and neurotherapeutics.

How Does Pregnancy Affect Breast Cancer Risk? An Expert Explains

  • October 3, 2019

How does pregnancy affect breast cancer risk? Janie Grumley, MD, breast surgical oncologist and Director of the Margie Petersen Breast Center at Providence Saint John’s, explains the risk in an article by Romper.