Health Education
Saltzer Health OB/GYN Megan Kasper, MD, gives advice and reassurance to pregnant women
Bringing a child into the world should be one of the most joyous moments of a woman’s life, but the pandemic does worry some expecting women. Dr. Megan Kasper, an OB/GYN at Saltzer Health, offers reassurance to expectant mothers. Clinics and hospitals have decreased the number of visitors, established screening procedures for every person who…
Read MoreDr. Preston Omer offers advice for parents to help young children during the pandemic
Many parents worried about how the COVID-19 virus is impacting their children. Pediatrician Preston Omer, MD, has some advice about prevention and red flags for parents during the pandemic. In an episode of the KTVB Medical Minute, Dr. Omer said while the vast majority of COVID-19 cases are in adults and the elderly — kids…
Read MoreDr. Rasmus shares advice on how to maintain good sleep habits during the pandemic
With all the stress and chaos created by the COVID-19 pandemic, it can be difficult to get a good night’s rest. In an interview for the KTVB Medical Minute, Dr. Mark Rasmus talks about the importance of physical activity, turning off electronic devices and benefits of meditation. Dr. Rasmus is the medical director of the…
Read MoreAs a Boise State football player, Matt Kaiserman suffered a career-ending concussion. Now the VP/COO at Saltzer Health, he educates the community about prevention.
Matt Kaiserman was enjoying a stand-out season as a Boise State football player when he suffered a career-ending head injury in a post-season bowl game. Now the vice president/chief operating officer of Saltzer Health, Kaiserman is passionate about concussion prevention. As a guest on the KTVB Medical Minute, Kaiserman told host Mellisa Paul that concussions…
Read MoreWhat Are Vaccines and Why Are They Important? Vaccine Facts
With a growing number of parents, families, and public figures questioning how best to care for children, it becomes crucial for parents to obtain factual information about vaccines. There are various myths associated with vaccinations in modern medicine that might deter individuals from getting vaccines. With measles outbreaks cropping up more frequently, it becomes increasingly…
Read MoreMeasles Outbreak: Symptoms and Vaccine Information for Children and Adults
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has measured the greatest number of measles cases since 1992, spanning confirmation in 30 states. The outbreak of this disease is alarming, especially considering that it was declared eliminated from the U.S. in 2000 due to the widespread implementation of the measles vaccination. Dr. John Kaiser, OB/GYN…
Read MoreWhat Is Diabetes? Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Diabetes is a condition that affects how the body processes insulin. Insulin is a hormone produced by the pancreas. Your body uses insulin to convert glucose (sugar) into energy, and your cells use insulin to store and metabolize glucose. Insulin is like the key that unlocks the cell door for glucose to get in and…
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