Whooping Cough Vaccine -- Whooping cough is on the rise in the U.S., so an additional booster shot of the vaccine now is recommended for older children, adolescents and adults. (text)

Headaches -- Headaches are a common medical condition that affects nearly everyone at one time or another. (text) 

Men’s Health -- On average men live shorter lives than women – in part because men don’t give as much attention to their health. (text)

Allergies -- Although allergens are present all year round, allergy sufferers find the spring and summer months especially troublesome. (text)

SIU School of Medicine Graduation -- Sixty-eight new physicians graduated from SIU School of Medicine this month during the School’s 40th anniversary year. (text)

Asthma -- Asthma is one of the country’s most common and costly diseases.  It affects both children and adults. (text)

Older American’s Month -- Senior citizens can lead independent and active lives for a number of years -- the key is developing a healthy lifestyle, including some preventative measures. (text)

Hearing Loss -- Hearing loss has doubled in the U.S. during the past 30 years and many people live with hearing loss without being diagnosed. (text)

Skin Cancer -- Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States, but it can be prevented by avoiding over exposure to harmful ultraviolet light. (text)

Thyroid Disorders -- Thyroid disease is a fact of life for 27 million Americans. (text)

Head and Neck Cancer -- Approximately 35,000 Americans are diagnosed with cancer of the head and neck area each year. (text) 

Teens & Alcohol -- Underage drinking is a serious problem in the U.S.  It can be a threat to a teen’s health and development. (text)

Minority Health -- Black Americans have more problems with disease than do other ethnic groups. (text) 

Match -- Senior medical students graduating from SIU School of Medicine have again matched with competitive residency training programs for the next stage of their training. (text)

Erik Constance, M.D., Associate Dean of Student Affairs

Colon Cancer Screening -- Colon cancer is the second leading cancer killer, yet it can be prevented. (text)

Kidney Disease -- Chronic conditions like high blood pressure and diabetes can lead to chronic kidney disease that can come with an increased risk of cardiovascular problems. (text)

RSV in Children -- RSV is a respiratory virus that looks and sounds like a cold. (text) 

Infertility -- Infertility affects about every nine to ten couples in the U.S. (text)

Cancer Screenings -- Deaths from the major types of cancer have declined in recent years, primarily because more people are being screened.  (text) 

Women’s Heart Health -- Cardiovascular disease is a major cause of death in women of all ages, with about one-half million women dying each year in the U.S. (text)

Kids Ear Infections -- Chronic middle ear infection is a common medical condition affecting young children. (text)

Winter Skin Care -- Cold winter weather can cause a person’s skin to become dry, but taking some precautions can make a difference. (text)

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) -- If this winter you are feeling blue, gaining weight and waking up tired, even though you might be sleeping more, you may have seasonal affective disorder. (text)

Cold Weather Tips -- Cold outdoor temperatures can cause dangerous frostbite if precautions are not taken. (text)

Tips for Keeping New Year’s Resolutions -- January is the time for making New Year’s resolutions, but some people struggle to be successful with them. (text)

Alcohol and Driving -- Driving under the influence of alcohol kills more than 13,000 people in the United States annually.  (text)

Helping Kids Get Through the Holidays -- All the excitement of the holiday brings interruptions in a child’s routine and can add stress for children and sometimes cause behavioral problems. (text)

Holiday Blues -- The holiday season can be a stressful and even sad time for some people, which may be caused by unrealistic expectations. (text)

Colds and Germs -- Colds and flu are very common this time of year.  (text)

Dealing with Cancer During the Holidays -- Dealing with cancer is very stressful for both patients and their families and the stress can increase during the holidays. (text)

Healthy Eating for the Holidays -- Holiday gatherings mean good times with family and friends, but for many people with dietary concerns, parties can play havoc with good eating plans. (text)

Diabetes -- Diabetes is the sixth deadliest disease in the United States, but it can be managed with diet, exercise and medication. (text)

Alzheimer’s Disease -- More than 5 million Americans suffer from Alzheimer’s disease, the most common form of dementia. (text)

Lung Cancer -- Lung cancer is the most common form of cancer and the leading cancer killer in the U.S. (text)

Breast Cancer -- Breast cancer is the leading cancer diagnosed in American women. (text)

High Blood Pressure -- High blood pressure is increasing in the U.S. and could increase the frequency of heart disease and strokes in Americans in the coming years. (text)

SIDS -- SIDS, a primary cause of death in infants before the age of one year, is not well understood by medical experts. (text)

Flu shots -- Flu can be a significant health threat for individuals of all ages, especially seniors and children who have other medical conditions. (text)

Pediatric GERD -- Gastroesophogal reflux disease is a medical condition that is common in people of all ages, even babies and children. (text)

Childhood Cancer -- Because of better treatment methods, outcomes for childhood cancer patients have improved. (text)

Suicide Prevention -- Suicide is a major public health problem in the U.S. which can be prevented. (text)

Ovarian Cancer -- Earlier diagnosis has been shown to improve survival rates for women with ovarian cancer and better warning signs now have been identified to help with early diagnosis. (text)

Cholesterol Education -- High blood cholesterol can increase a person’s risk for coronary heart disease, but a few lifestyle changes can lower someone’s cholesterol level and improve health. (text)

Low Vitamin D in Children -- Many children in the U.S. aren’t getting enough Vitamin D, which could lead to increased risk of heart disease, stroke, diabetes and high blood pressure in later years. (text)

Healthy Aging -- Americans are living longer.  For seniors to live longer, it is important that they maintain a healthy lifestyle and take some preventive measures. (text)

Bullying -- Bullying can have harmful emotional, psychological and academic effects for children which could last a lifetime. (text)

Psoriasis -- Psoriasis is a common skin disorder that can cause some concern because some people believe it is contagious. (text)

Summertime Healthy Eating -- Finding time to eat healthy foods during busy summer schedules can be a challenge (text)

Men’s Health -- On average men die earlier than women – in part because men don’t get physical check ups and screenings on a regular basis. (text)

Seniors and Hot Weather -- Senior citizens need to take special precautions to avoid overheating in hot weather.

Kids need sunglasses -- Sunglasses provide protection from cataracts for people of all ages and prevention should start with small children (text).

Fireworks Injuries -- Thousands of people go to hospital emergency rooms with injuries from fireworks each year. (text)

Autism -- Autism is the fastest growing developmental disability in young children. (text)

Childhood Mental Illness -- One in five children in the U.S. suffers from mental health problems, but there are effective treatments available. (text)

Pre-diabetes -- Pre-diabetes is a serious medical condition that affects millions of people. (text)

Skin Cancer -- Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States. (text)