January 15, 2021

A Frontline Physician Reveals Hard Realities of COVID-19

Dr. Chris Haines shares the comfort and hope he has for the future and lessons learned navigating the uncertainties of the pandemic.

January 8, 2021

Is COVID-19 Affecting Your Gut Health?

A gastroenterologist explains how stress, lifestyle changes and COVID-19 could be giving you a bad "gut feeling."

December 21, 2020

Rock-a-bye Fly: Why Vibrations Lead to Sleepiness

Researchers discover that gentle vibration can induce sleep in flies through a simple form of learning.

December 18, 2020

How to Safely Start or Stop a Period, and Answers to Other Common Questions

From irregular periods to inducing or stopping a period, Dr. Beth Schwartz shares answers to frequently asked questions about menstrual cycles.

December 15, 2020

The Top Ten Health Nexus Articles in 2020

As we near the end of this unprecedented year, here is a look back on our most popular stories of the year.

December 14, 2020

How to Keep Strong While Recovering from COVID-19 at Home

COVID patients can lose muscle mass quickly while staying in bed. Experts demonstrate safe and effective ways to keep muscles and joints flexible and strong throughout recovery.

December 9, 2020

Will Pregnant Women Be Able to Get the COVID Vaccine? Experts Hope So

OBGYN experts say the COVID-19 vaccine should be made available to pregnant women who are at higher risk of complications when infected with the virus.

December 7, 2020

Why Breathing Cold Air Hurts Your Lungs

Colder weather can irritate your airways, though there are many ways to protect your lungs.

November 24, 2020

Best and Worst Types of Face Masks To Wear In Colder Months

A pulmonologist weighs in on which types of masks provide the best protection against COVID-19, from traditional face masks to winter scarves.

November 23, 2020

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Causes and How to Ease the Pain

Carpal tunnel syndrome affects millions of Americans every year. But what exactly is it? And how is it treated?

November 16, 2020

The Center for Healthy Aging Introduces Initiative to Improve LGBTQ+ Patient Care

The Center for Healthy Aging staff and providers enrolled in training in order to learn cultural competency and inclusive care in order for aging LGBTQ+ patients to know they’re welcome, seen and safe in their care.