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.

Medicaid is the largest single insurance provider in Alaska, and it can be complicated, especially as things quickly change at the State and Federal level. What is Medicaid really, and how does it differ from Medicare and private insurance? Who uses Medicaid and why? On this Line One, Dr. Anne Zink and her guest to talk through the questions and details of Alaska’s Medicaid program.

A new FDA-approved process called scrambler therapy retrains how the brain processes pain in a non-invasive way.

Millions of people experience tinnitus or hearing loss, often without realizing help is available. We’ll explore what an audiologist does,

how they diagnose and treat common problems, and what steps you can take to protect your hearing.

Medications like buprenorphine are important tools in the spectrum of care for opioid use disorder, so why is there so much stigma around their use?

One in five children has a language-based learning disability, most commonly dyslexia. Early, specialized support can help young learners succeed for years to come.

A look at the health impacts of wildfire smoke and volcanic ash, how you can protect yourself and what Alaskans can expect in the years to come.

Nearly a third of people diagnosed with eating disorders are men. What barriers prevent them from getting help?

The American Cancer Society works to fund cancer research across the country, but the scope of their work and support is much greater.