Your HealthPresented by Brigham and Women's Hospital, Your Health, is dedicated to providing the latest information about today’s health topics, directly from our experts. We want to remind you that this information should not take the place of advice or recommendations from your healthcare provider. Spring Allergies and Asthma
| | Elliot Israel, MD
Director, Clinical Research
Director, Respiratory Therapy Dr. Elliot Israel, Director of Respiratory Therapy at Brigham and Women's Hospital, discusses the causes of spring allergies and how they can lead to respiratory symptoms. Dr. Israel also talks about what types of medication can relieve symptoms and when to see a doctor. | |
Arthroscopic Surgery | | Laurence Higgins, MD
Chief of Sports Medicine Dr. Higgins discusses who is eligible for arthroscopic surgery and what parts of the body it can be performed on. He also addresses the difference between arthroscopic surgery and an open procedure and the recovery times. | |
Flu Shot Facts | | Lisa Owens, MD
Medical Director, Brigham and Women's Hospital Primary Physicians According to the CDC, up to 20% of the population gets the flu; more than 200,000 people are hospitalized from flu complications; and about 36,000 people die from flu. In this video, Dr. Lisa Owens discusses the flu and the importance of getting your flu shot. | |
Cholesterol: Know your levels
| | Christopher Cannon MD
Cariologist, Brigham and Women's Hospital
TIMI Research Group
Dr. Christopher Cannon talks about cholesterol levles and cardiovascular disease. Dr. Cannon explains good and bad cholesterol and the importance of knowing what your levels are.
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Heart Atack Basics | | Joanne Foody, MD
Director, Cardiovascular Wellness
Dr. Joanne Foody explains what a heart attack is, how to recognize it and what to do in the case of a heart attack.
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Heart Attack Prevention | | Joanne Foody, MD
Director, Cardiovascular Wellness
Dr. Joanne Foody discusses the best ways to reduce your risk of a having a heart attack.
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Women and Sport's Injuries
Blood Pressure Basics | | Christopher Cannon, MD
Cardiologist, TIMI Study Group
Dr. Christopher Cannon talks about blood pressure, what is normal, and how to control it.
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Family History of Heart Disease
| | Patrick O'Gara, MD
Cardiologist, Brigham and Women's Hospital
Dr. Patrick O'Gara talks about how a family history of heart disease can influence one's risk.
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