Posted: Aug 30, 2022

All About The Adam’s Apple

Is that a laryngeal prominence in your throat or do you need the Heimlich?

What is an Adam’s Apple and what does it do? Does everyone have one or is it just you? Rhymes aside, learn more inside.

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Managing Meniere’s Disease: Symptoms & Treatments

Posted: May 24, 2022

Managing Meniere’s Disease: Symptoms & Treatments

with SMH Otolaryngology Specialist Jack Wazen, MD

In this thrilling conclusion to Healthe-Matters’ three-part series on hearing disorders, Dr. Wazen goes beyond the symptoms to discuss Meniere’s Disease, a chronic inner ear disorder that can cause everything from hearing loss and inner ear pressure to tinnitus and vertigo.

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Tinnitus: Take It Seriously and Test Early

Posted: May 17, 2022

Tinnitus: Take It Seriously and Test Early

With SMH Otolaryngology Specialist Jack Wazen, MD

Tinnitus is common as we age, but could be a sign of something more serious. Learn more about what your tinnitus might mean and how to manage it—and maybe even eliminate that ringing for good.

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Meningitis Outbreak in Florida: What To Do & What To Look For

Posted: Apr 26, 2022

Meningitis Outbreak in Florida: What To Do & What To Look For

With SMH Infectious Disease Specialist Manuel Gordillo, MD

With an ongoing outbreak of meningitis currently underway in Florida, Dr. Manuel Gordillo talks severity, symptoms to recognize and the importance of being vaccinated.

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Even Over-The-Counter Painkillers Pose Risks: Know Your NSAIDs

Posted: Apr 5, 2022

Even Over-The-Counter Painkillers Pose Risks: Know Your NSAIDs

Written by PGY1 Pharmacy Resident Victoria Schwalm, PharmD

Advil, Aleve, Motrin—these are all common household pain medications that we all recognize. But do we all recognize the potential risks that even over-the-counter painkillers can present? Incorrect dosage or unintended interactions with other medications can be harmful and even fatal. Learn more here.

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All About The Adam’s Apple

Is that a laryngeal prominence in your throat or do you need the Heimlich?

Managing Meniere’s Disease: Symptoms & Treatments

with SMH Otolaryngology Specialist Jack Wazen, MD

Tinnitus: Take It Seriously and Test Early

With SMH Otolaryngology Specialist Jack Wazen, MD

Meningitis Outbreak in Florida: What To Do & What To Look For

With SMH Infectious Disease Specialist Manuel Gordillo, MD

Even Over-The-Counter Painkillers Pose Risks: Know Your NSAIDs

Written by PGY1 Pharmacy Resident Victoria Schwalm, PharmD