MAYWOOD, IL – Every Fourth of July weekend, millions gather to enjoy fireworks in cities and towns across the country. However, creating your own fireworks display can be dangerous. Emergency rooms and burn centers see a significant increase in patients presenting with firework injuries in the month around July 4, said Shannon Lovett, MD, interim chair of emergency medicine at Loyola Medicine.
Loyola Medicine Nephrologist Sylvester Barnes is available to discuss a new study which showed Ozempic cut the risk of kidney disease progression and related health complications in diabetic patients.
Allergy sufferers may notice an increase in symptoms due to warmer weather this year, said Rachna Shah, MD, who leads the Loyola Medicine Allergy Count.
Gopal Gupta, MD, a urologic oncologist at Loyola Medicine, is available today to discuss the metastatic prostate cancer diagnosis of Hall of Fame second baseman Ryne Sandberg
Cardiologist Caroline Ball, MD, is available this week to discuss the ways shoveling snow can be a dangerous stress on the cardiovascular system, and share tips on how to shovel safely.
Loyola Medicine recently completed its first transplant using TransMedics Organ Care System™ (OCS™), commonly referred to as "Heart-in-a-Box."
Loyola Medicine experts are available this holiday season to discuss the best ways to manage stress. While the holidays can be a time of faith, family and fun, many people don't feel particularly cheery this time of year. The holidays can bring just as much stress as joy, but there are ways to manage that stress during this festive time.
Decorating for the holidays can be a joyous time, but it can also prove dangerous. Real trees — and even artificial ones — adorned with lights and ornaments can pose a serious fire risk.
Genetic testing can be lifesaving for patients with increased risk of certain cancers, not just for themselves but also for other members of their family.
While some may roast their turkey in the oven this year for the Thanksgiving holiday, others may take a more dangerous route — deep frying. Joshua Carson, MD, regional director of Loyola Medicine's Burn Center warns cooks to be extra cautious around the holidays to prevent burn injuries. Loyola's Burn Center is the largest in Illinois and a regional leader in treating adult and pediatric burns.
Loyola Medicine hand surgeon Alexander Soneru, MD, is available today to discuss Chicago Bears Quarterback Justin Fields' injury to his throwing hand.
While Loyola Medicine does not condone unsanctioned displays, if people participate, there are a number of safety precautions that can reduce or prevent injuries.
Loyola Medicine Director of Male Reproductive Medicine Denise Asafu-Adjei, MD, MPH, is available to discuss the importance of men's health month.
Loyola Medicine Director of Male Reproductive Medicine Denise Asafu-Adjei is available for interviews to discuss male infertility and infertility awareness week.
February 5th marks the start of the American Burn Association's Burn Awareness Week. This year's theme is "Hot Liquids Burn Like Fire." Joshua Carson, MD, medical director of the Loyola Medicine's Burn Center, stresses the importance of recognizing the danger in not only fire, but also water.
Dr. Scott E. Smith, Section Chief of Hematology and Medical Director of the Bone Marrow Transplant Program at Loyola University Medical Center, is available today to discuss the non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma diagnosis of 33-year-old Chicago White Sox pitcher Liam Hendriks.
Loyola Medicine sports medicine and cardiology experts are available today to discuss the incident involving Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin, who suffered a cardiac arrest on the field following a tackle during Monday night’s football game against the Cincinnati Bengals.
Loyola Medicine sports medicine experts are available today to discuss reports that Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa was cleared from concussion protocol Saturday.
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