Stuttering is a lifelong difference and for many it carries a heavy weight: social stigma, misunderstanding and pressure to “speak normally.”

Loneliness is defined by absence. It’s the lack of social and emotional connections and relationships with friends and loved ones. In Alaska, the harsh terrain, difficult travel, and long, dark and cold winter months can all come together to make people feel incredibly isolated. On this Line One, guest host, Dr. Monique Andrews and her guests discuss how to stave off loneliness and build relationships.

Menopause is a time of significant change in a woman’s life, and symptoms of menopause can vary widely. Over the years, misleading health information and initiatives have muddled information around the risks and benefits of hormone replacement therapy. On this Line One, host Dr Justin Clark and his guest discuss hormone optimization in women and its impacts on health and menopause.

Trying to determine the best path for your child’s health can feel like an impossible task these days. Conflicting information about vaccines, medications, health conditions, and procedures can overwhelm and paralyze the average parent just trying to help their kids live a healthy life. On this Line One, host Dr. Anne Zink and her guest discuss the relationship between pediatricians and parents to make the next generation as healthy as possible.

On this Line One, host Dr. Jillian Woodruff talks about women's health—from heavy periods to polycystic ovary syndrome and menopause.

When traumatic incidents occur, thoughts first go to the victims and their families, but recent research shows these events can ripple out to affect many others who are indirectly involved. This trauma often goes unrecognized and untreated. On this Line One, host Prentiss Pemberton and his guests discuss secondary victims of traumatic incidents.

First responders run toward danger when the rest of us run away, but the weight of those moments doesn’t just disappear. Trauma-informed therapy helps firefighters, police officers, EMTs, active military and veterans process the invisible wounds they carry. This specialized care understands the unique pressures of the job, offering safe, confidential support that respects their experiences. On this Line One, host Dr. Justin Clark and his guest discuss mental health in first responders.

Alaska has high and rising rates of syphilis infection. Learn more about prevention, treatment and testing.

Nearly a quarter of a million children in the U.S. are admitted to pediatric intensive care units each year. Many of these emergencies can be reduced through vaccines, safe environments, and early treatment, but when they do happen, children often need the highest level of care hospitals can provide. On this Line One, host Dr. Jillian Woodruff and her guests discuss how critical care teams save young lives and support families through their most difficult moments.

Nearly 800,000 people experience a stroke each year in the United States. These are serious medical emergencies with potential long-term consequences. Knowing the risks, signs, and symptoms of a stroke can help to speed up treatment and potentially save lives. On this episode of Line One, host Dr. Justin Clark and his guest discuss recognizing and treating strokes.