Physician Health Articles
Sutter Davis Hospital
Pertussis Epidemic in California There has been a lot of information in the news lately about pertussis, also known as whooping cough. According to the California Department of Public Health, the recent outbreaks and deaths have become an epidemic. … Read more about the Pertussis Epidemic | |
Old Myths Die Hard - Cold Weather Doesn’t Cause Colds Just like Ralphie’s mom in “A Christmas Story” who wraps her youngest son in so many layers that he can’t put his arms down, it makes sense that we should keep ourselves and our children warm. Keeping warm certainly has benefits, but protection from the common cold isn’t one of them… Read more about Cold Weather and Colds | |
Melanoma, the Sun and You As spring fades into the long days of summer, we find ourselves spending more time outdoors. Enjoying the warm sun at baseball games, a visit to the park or a pleasant bike ride to the store seems to be just what our bodies need to escape the cocoon of winter. … Read more about Melanoma | |
Spring – beautiful flowers, trees, grass and allergies! Spring is fast approaching, which means blue skies, blossoming trees, warmer weather, plenty of green grass and lots of pollen. Our beautiful spring is a great time to be outdoors, but for those who have a pollen allergy it can be pretty miserable. . … Read more about Spring and pollen | |
What is an ovarian cyst? Many women have heard about ovarian cysts, but do they really understand what these cysts are? Are they dangerous and something to be concerned about? … Read more about ovarian cysts | |
Circumcision Pros and Cons Counseling new and expecting parents about circumcision is difficult. Medical professionals’ understanding of the risks and benefits continues to progress, while personal opinion clouds much of the discussion and interpretation of the data. … Read more about circumcision | |
Incontinence – More Common Than You Think Do you ever find yourself leaking urine when you laugh, cough, sneeze or exercise? It is embarrassing to talk about, but the truth is, this condition is a very common female problem called stress urinary incontinence … Read more about Incontinence | |
Hamburgers, Hot Dogs and Food Poisoning Summer is a great season for vacations, family reunions, graduations, picnics and camping trips. Unfortunately it can also be an unhealthy time if food preparation causes illness to your family.… Read more about food poisoning | |
