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Staying Safe While Playing Sports in the Heat

July 30, 2024

Dr. Mandie Tibball Svatek, a pediatrician at University Health, talks about steps parents and coaches can take to prevent heat from sidelining young athletes.

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6 Ways to Prevent Heat-Related Illnesses

June 04, 2024

Increased heat exposure contributes to heat stroke and heat exhaustion – two major health dangers you need to be aware of before heading outside.

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Diabetic Retinopathy

January 03, 2024

Retinopathy, or a loss of clear vision, can happen without diabetes, but diabetes greatly increases your risk of developing the condition and is the leading cause of blindness.

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Diabetes and Holiday Nutrition

December 13, 2023

A University Health dietitian talks about the importance of balancing nutrition during the holidays, especially for diabetics. She also provides holiday eating tips.

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Toy Safety Tips for the Holidays

December 11, 2023

Help your kids stay safe this holiday season by gifting them age-appropriate toys. Plus, get tips on how to safely play with and store toys.

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Sleep, Stress & Weight

December 05, 2023

Elise Vader, a physician assistant at University Health discusses how sleep, stress and weight relate to and affect each other as well as how to keep them all in check.

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Connie's Breast Cancer Story

When Connie Wan learned she had breast cancer, she was devastated. But the team at University Health provided her the support to fight and come out stronger than ever.

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Ashley's Sepsis Survival Story

In June of 2019, Ashley Britsch, a University Health nurse educator, got a small cut on her leg while swimming in a river. A few days later, she was hospitalized with sepsis. Learn more about this potentially life-threatening condition.

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Preeclampsia: Alexea's Story

Preeclampsia is a potentially dangerous pregnancy condition. Read Alexea’s story and learn how to reduce the risk for preeclampsia.

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