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Being overweight is one factor known to cause sleep apnea— a breathing disorder that can occur during sleep. But being overweight is not the only factor. On today's Health Minute, sleep expert Dr. Milton Chua talks about some of the other factors, and what you should do if you suspect you have sleep apnea.

Nausea is a very common condition in the emergency room. But according to Dr. Troy Madsen, there's actually not much an ER doctor can do to help with the symptoms. Save yourself a trip to the ER—on today's Health Minute, learn what over-the-counter medication may ease your nausea at home.

In the past few years, doctors have seen a 30 percent increase to kidney stone cases in the United States. On this Health Minute, urologist Dr. Gary Faerber explains the cause of this increase and shares some tips to lessen your risk of forming a kidney stone.

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Choosing to enter recovery for alcohol addiction is a difficult decision that requires a lot of support. Psychiatrist Dr. Jason Hunziker discusses how to support a friend or family member without accidentally causing offense.

Sore and creaky joints are parts of getting older, but could that aching hip be signs of something more serious? On today’s Health Minute, Dr. Mattheau Eysser describes the signs of hip arthritis and when you should see a doctor about treating your joint pain.

Sciatica is a pain that originates from the back but shoots down the legs to the foot. It’s often described as an electrical sensation accompanied by sharp pain. Sciatica can affect patients of all ages and often comes on suddenly with no apparent trauma. Orthopedic surgeon Dr. Ryan Spiker talks about sciatica, how to identify it and when it’s time to go to a doctor for imaging.

Having a good skincare routine can help you maintain healthy skin as you age. On today's Health Minute, dermatologist Dr. Emily McKenzie suggests five tips to keep your skin looking young and healthy.

In these days of tablets and video games, getting your kids active may be like pulling teeth. On this Health Minute, pediatrician Dr. Cindy Gellner has four ways you can sneak physical activity into their regular routine.

Looking at your family health history could give you an insight on your risk of cancer. On this Health Minute, genetics counselor Whitney Espinel shares what you should look for in your family members and if you should visit a genetic counselor to see if you or your loved ones have an increased risk of developing cancer.

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An ingrown toenail can be extremely painful and, in some cases, require antibiotics and a procedure. On today’s Health Hack with Dr. Troy Madsen, learn how to stop an ingrown toenail before they even start.