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Tips for a Safe Grilling Season Brush up on these grill safety tips before your next backyard barbecue this summer. https://lnkd.in/grXZ_QfH

The Race to Get Drugs to Market Our Chief Medical Officer, John Whyte, sat down with Elcin Barker Ergun, CEO of the Menarini Group, to discuss a renewed interest in drug development to address unmet needs while shaping policy, in the latest Cancer in Context. Watch here to learn more: https://lnkd.in/etf67bKz

While menopause is a stage of life that most women will go through, it can still be shrouded in mystery, with perimenopause symptoms often flying under the radar. Misdiagnosis can be rampant, with symptoms often being attributed to other things. In this special episode, we pull together three powerful interviews we’ve had on everything menopause and perimenopause. From Sharon Malone, MD’s, overview on perimenopause, Gayatri Devi MD MS FACP FAAN, connection on menopause and brain fog, to the hosts of Getting Hotter - Falguni L. and Kruti Majmudar’s - message about community as medicine, this episode shines a light on crucial menopausal topics to educate women on an important season of their lives. Listen on WebMD: https://lnkd.in/e6JMGphH Spotify: https://lnkd.in/eM3udpUE Apple: https://lnkd.in/e4C8Gntc iHeart: https://lnkd.in/ewDpRJvi

July is UV Safety Awareness Month, a friendly reminder to protect your skin this summer. It's essential to spread awareness about the negative effects UV rays can have on our eyes, lips, and skin. Learn more about why ultraviolet radiation is a major cause of skin cancer and what you can do to prevent it. https://lnkd.in/gg_gXCrN

Congratulations to our Chief Medical Officer, John Whyte, for making the list of 30 Healthcare IT Influencers Worth a Follow in 2024. These health IT influencers are change-makers, innovators, and compassionate leaders seeking to prepare the industry for emerging trends and improve patient care. https://lnkd.in/dQeX5S9K

Eating Well With Alzheimer's Disease While there’s no special diet for people with Alzheimer's disease, proper nutrition can help ease some symptoms. Here are a few tips to know -- https://lnkd.in/e9-EsJqS

ASCO President Defines Annual Goals of Cancer Organization Our Chief Medical Officer, John Whyte, sits down with ASCO President, Robin Zon, to discuss the organization's goals, including the use of AI in cancer treatment, in the latest Cancer in Context. Watch here to learn more: https://lnkd.in/e9cAziwG

When we think of common health and wellness advice, it is often centered around physical and mental health, with advice ranging from exercising regularly to going to therapy. But what if we also looked at social health as a part of our overall wellness? In 2023, the World Health Organization reported that loneliness is a global health threat. Studies have shown that maintaining strong social ties can lead to a longer life span. In the latest WebMD Health Discovered episode, our host Neha P. spoke with Kasley Killam, MPH, author of The Art and Science of Connection: Why Social Health Is the Missing Key to Living Longer, Healthier, and Happier, about the framework around strengthening our social muscle, how optimal social health can look different for each of us, and how our social health can improve our overall health leading to a longer and more gratified life. Listen on WebMD: https://lnkd.in/ejQgStcs Spotify: https://lnkd.in/eJsizRU7 Apple: https://lnkd.in/euAzrEd9 iHeart: https://lnkd.in/eq8G-J6x

As the weather warms up, it's important to learn about the symptoms of heat exhaustion. This heat-related illness can develop after exposure to high temperatures. Stay informed and stay safe -- https://lnkd.in/eb4Jab3