More people are using AI chatbots to talk about personal problems, relationship stress and mental health issues – often instead of talking to real people or trained professionals.
Cardiomyopathy is a disease of the heart muscle. Unlike problems with heart rhythm (electrical issues) or blocked arteries (blood flow issues), cardiomyopathy affects how the muscle itself works.
We may not think about the shape of our nails too often. But sometimes, they can reveal what’s happening inside our bodies. One nail change that doctors recommend watching closely is something called nail clubbing.
If your baby is born premature or with medical challenges, Nebraska Medicine’s NICU team is specially trained to care for these fragile babies in a developmentally supportive environment to help them grow and thrive.
We spoke to Nebraska Medicine addiction psychiatrist Sara Zachman, MD, MPH about what kratom and kava are, how people use them, what effects they have on the body and the real risks involved.
If your child suddenly has red cheeks, you might think they spent too much time outside. That bright red rash may actually be a sign of fifth disease, also called “slapped cheek syndrome.”
As an alternative to sun tanning, some people are choosing self-tanner creams and spray tans to get that golden glow. But are these alternatives a safe way to tan?