by Emma Dugas | Feb 17, 2023
The nationwide shortage of stimulant medications to treat ADHD has been going on for months, and it’s reportedly growing worse by the day. Neurologist Dr. Sarah Cheyette, who cares for patients within the Sutter Health system, recently spoke with NBC News about what...
by Emma Dugas | Jan 30, 2023
The critical care unit of a hospital is often a quiet place. Hallway conversations are hushed, rooms are softly lit, and the intensity of the emergency department feels like a world away. But don’t let its subdued appearance fool you; the critical care or intensive...
by Emma Dugas | Dec 28, 2022
Five-year-old Rosie Fuentes thought being a dog sitter would be fun and easy. Paired with a puppy, she quickly realizes it’s a lot of work. Frustrated and out of patience, Rosie looks at the camera and tells the audience she needs to “flop.” This is a pivotal scene in...
by Emma Dugas | Nov 21, 2022
While the dining table is sure to get extra attention this Thanksgiving, experts say that eating as a family shouldn’t just be reserved for special occasions. A child psychiatrist and a registered dietitian explain why kids benefit when families regularly eat together...
by Emma Dugas | Oct 25, 2022
Leigh-Anne Lehrman remembers how her heart raced when she first heard she had breast cancer. When she learned it was triple-negative—one of the hardest forms of the disease to treat—she broke out in a cold sweat. “Just the word ‘cancer’ sent my body into a...
