February 9, 2021

The Top Nine Reasons Why I Got the COVID-19 Vaccine

Family medicine physician Dr. John J. Russell shares why he was personally motivated to get vaccinated and how he tolerated the first and second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.

February 1, 2021

Breathe Easier: The Ins and Outs of Lung Nodules

Are you at high risk of lung issues? Screenings and preventative care are easier than ever to help keep patients informed.

February 1, 2021

Your COVID-19 Vaccine Questions, Answered

Wondering which vaccine is the best one to receive, still on the fence about their safety, curious about what happens after vaccination? Here’s what we know.

January 25, 2021

Can the COVID-19 Vaccine Cause Bell’s Palsy? Experts Say No.

Facial paralysis and sensitivity are alarming symptoms of Bell's palsy, but full recovery is possible, especially when treated at the right time.

January 21, 2021

What I Wish You Knew About My Endometriosis

How to be more empathetic for those suffering from endometriosis, a poorly studied disease that affects more than six million people in the U.S., and nearly 200 million worldwide.

January 15, 2021

A Frontline Physician Reveals Hard Realities of COVID-19

Dr. Christopher 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.