Kidney stones are small, pebble-like deposits made of salts and minerals that form inside the kidneys. Sometimes called nephrolithiasis or urolithiasis, these irritants are more common than you might think, affecting about 11 percent of men and 6 percent of women in the United States at least once in their lifetime, according to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK). Did you know that kidney stones are actually more prevalent during certain times of the year? Keep reading to find out why and to learn what you should do if you think you or a loved one

Join us for BRA Day, an annual event that raises awareness about breast reconstruction options among women with or who have survived breast cancer. Free and open to the public Documentary short debut "Reconstruction to the Runway: Erica's Breast Cancer Journey" Panel discussion Moderated by: Dr. Lauren Catterall - SIU Medicine Plastic Surgery second-year resident Featuring: Erica Austin - Breast Cancer Patient, New York Fashion Week Model and Deputy Director, SIU Medicine Office of External Relations & Behavioral Health Workforce Center Dr. Wendi El-Amin - Associate Dean for Equity, Diversity

Join us for BRA Day, an annual event that raises awareness about breast reconstruction options among women with or who have survived breast cancer. Free and open to the public Documentary short debut "Reconstruction to the Runway: Erica's Breast Cancer Journey" Panel discussion Moderated by: Dr. Lauren Catterall - SIU Medicine Plastic Surgery second-year resident Featuring: Erica Austin - Breast Cancer Patient, New York Fashion Week Model and Deputy Director, SIU Medicine Office of External Relations & Behavioral Health Workforce Center Dr. Wendi El-Amin - Associate Dean for Equity, Diversity

Join us for BRA Day, an annual event that raises awareness about breast reconstruction options among women with or who have survived breast cancer. Free and open to the public Documentary short debut "Reconstruction to the Runway: Erica's Breast Cancer Journey" Panel discussion Moderated by: Dr. Lauren Catterall - SIU Medicine Plastic Surgery second-year resident Featuring: Erica Austin - Breast Cancer Patient, New York Fashion Week Model and Deputy Director, SIU Medicine Office of External Relations & Behavioral Health Workforce Center Dr. Wendi El-Amin - Associate Dean for Equity, Diversity

Join us for BRA Day, an annual event that raises awareness about breast reconstruction options among women with or who have survived breast cancer. Free and open to the public Documentary short debut "Reconstruction to the Runway: Erica's Breast Cancer Journey" Panel discussion Moderated by: Dr. Lauren Catterall - SIU Medicine Plastic Surgery second-year resident Featuring: Erica Austin - Breast Cancer Patient, New York Fashion Week Model and Deputy Director, SIU Medicine Office of External Relations & Behavioral Health Workforce Center Dr. Wendi El-Amin - Associate Dean for Equity, Diversity

As the most common type of cancer in the United States, skin cancer affects 1 in 5 people before the age of 70. Estimates show that on a daily basis in the United States, 50 people die of skin cancer and another 9,500 people will receive a skin cancer diagnosis. Based on these statistics, it's likely that you or someone you know will be affected by skin cancer at some point. There's plenty of good news, however. For example, did you know that detecting skin cancer early (before it spreads to other tissues and organs) can significantly improve health outcomes? Early detection is so effective

The use of telehealth has become an essential component of health care delivery, providing convenient access to health care. However, it’s important that proper etiquette is maintained during virtual care appointments to provide an effective level of communication and patient care. Here are some of the most important points to keep in mind. Confirm patient identity. Use your credentials to establish trust with the patient and ensure that they are who they claim to be. Professional appearance. Maintain a professional appearance during the virtual meeting. Maintain eye contact. Make eye contact

Caregiver is defined as “a family member or paid helper who regularly looks after a child or a sick, elderly or disabled person.” For many caregivers, this definition does not adequately describe all the roles they fill. Caregiving is all encompassing: A caregiver is a listening ear, a scheduling expert, a learner of medical language, an advocate, a source of strength, a driver, a meal planner, a friend and so much more. A caregiver often sacrifices their own needs to selflessly care for the needs of someone else. SIU School of Medicine and the Office of Telehealth Services recognizes these

Caregiver is defined as “a family member or paid helper who regularly looks after a child or a sick, elderly or disabled person.” For many caregivers, this definition does not adequately describe all the roles they fill. Caregiving is all encompassing: A caregiver is a listening ear, a scheduling expert, a learner of medical language, an advocate, a source of strength, a driver, a meal planner, a friend and so much more. A caregiver often sacrifices their own needs to selflessly care for the needs of someone else. SIU School of Medicine and the Office of Telehealth Services recognizes these

Maternal-Fetal Medicine (MFM) supports patients facing high-risk pregnancies. This care is time-sensitive and essential: a lack of MFM care is associated with worse outcomes for mothers and their babies. Despite its importance, 95 percent of MFM providers are concentrated in metropolitan areas. This creates “maternity care deserts,” especially in rural areas. Dr. Robert Abrams, executive director for the Center for Maternal-Fetal Medicine at SIU School of Medicine, and his team are working to address this shortage using telehealth. “With telehealth, patients throughout central and southern