Having a baby is a life-changing experience, however many women feel exhausted, nervous, or depressed after delivering a baby. Postpartum depression is dangerous, not only for the mom’s health, but for the baby’s as well. Melanie “Lanny” Dowell, GBMC Doula Manager and Parent Education Lead, outlines the signs of postpartum depression, how to best manage symptoms and the importance of asking for and accepting help.

According to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, approximately 70 percent of drug overdose death’s nationwide in 2021 were from synthetic opioids, primarily fentanyl. Jeffrey Sternlicht, MD, Chair of Emergency Department Services at GBMC, discusses some very important information about synthetic opioids and fentanyl along with what you can do to keep those you love safe.

Mental health is a huge part of the total health for both children and teens alike. Anthony A. Chico, III, DO, Medical Director of Emergency Psychiatry at GBMC, offers insight on how adults can help their kids’ mental health when they are riddled with stress and anxiety, as well as depression during a time of instability in our society.

Sexual abuse has been recognized as the top health issue facing children today. Laura Clary, BSN, RN, FNE-A/P, SANE-A, Program Manager for the GBMC SAFE and Domestic Violence Program, and Krista Trahan, MSW, LCSW-C, Co-Director Child Advocacy Center, discuss how you can recognize, prevent and report child sexual abuse.

Human sex trafficking is a horrendous crisis for our region and nation. Kelly Truax, Community Outreach Coordinator for the GBMC SAFE and Domestic Violence Program, discusses what is referred to as a modern form of slavery and how we can help address this public health emergency.

The Omicron variant has parents trying their best just to navigate everyday life. Theresa T. Nguyen, MD, assistant chairman of pediatrics at GBMC and a pediatrician with GBMC Health Partners, addresses some common questions and scenarios and discusses what is known right now about the sub-variant and children.

Dr. Rachna Raisinghani, Chair of the Department of Psychiatry at GBMC and Medical Director for the Division of Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry at Sheppard Pratt, offers advice on how to cope with anxiety, depression and stress during the holiday season.

Christina Penny, DPT, OMPT, CMTPT, physical therapist and lead provider for active life physical therapy, a GBMC affiliate, discusses how and why it is vital to work out during the COVID-19 pandemic, the current Flu season and especially during the upcoming winter months.

Theresa T. Nguyen, MD, assistant chairman of pediatrics at GBMC and a pediatrician with GBMC Health Partners, discusses COVID vaccines and kids, why it is vital that parents make sure their kids immunization records are up to speed and other vital health information for parents.

Kimberly Levinson, M.D., MPH, Director of Johns Hopkins Gynecologic Oncology at GBMC, explains what is endometrial cancer, the importance of early detection and diagnosis along with its effect on fertility and offers an explanation as to why obesity is considered a “strong risk factor” for endometrial cancer.