Kelvin Allenson, MD

Lung cancer is the world's most commonly diagnosed cancer and leading cause of cancer death, but early detection can improve overall prognosis and outcomes.

Why You Shouldn't Brush Off a Lung Cancer Screening Just as mammography and colonoscopy can catch breast cancers and colorectal cancers before symptoms arise, the same is true for lung cancer screening.

In this episode, we talk to a neuroscientist and Halloween enthusiast about what happens in the brain when we’re scared, the many distinct types of fear and why people either love or loathe the horror genre.

Fear: The Science of Why We Love (and Hate) Horror It’s Halloween, which caps a month of people watching their favorite scary movies, braving haunted houses and generally celebrating all things spooky. Is it ...

One of our breast surgical oncologists shares expert insight into these lesser-known risks that deserve attention too.

4 Surprising Factors That Increase Breast Cancer Risk Surprising Breast Cancer Risk Factors

The average amount of candy a child will bring home after a night of trick-or-treating contains the sugar equivalent of 54 cans of soda. A healthy Halloween starts with the treats you buy for trick-or-treaters. And, no, we don’t mean something that’s healthy but kids won’t touch — like raisins. Here are some healthy alternatives to hand out at Halloween. http://spr.ly/6185Szs1S

Breast lumps aside, here are five more breast cancer signs that women ought to know and take seriously.

5 Signs of Breast Cancer Beyond Feeling a Lump The most common breast cancer symptom every woman knows about is a breast lump. But that's not the only sign that women should consult her doctor about.

Let's walk through what you can expect during a mammogram appointment.

What to Expect During a Mammogram Whether it's your first mammogram or you've gotten a callback, we're explaining what to expect during a mammogram to help ease your mind.

Acne scars, sunspots, fine lines and wrinkles — it's hard to ignore the gradual changes that happen to our skin as we age. So when do you need to add an anti-aging cream or serum into your skin care lineup? Is starting in your 20s and 30s too early? Is starting in your 40s and 50s too late?

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We answer your questions about one of the least talked about types of family planning: vasectomy.

After a Vasectomy, What are Your Fertility Options? Although vasectomies are the most effective form of contraception for men, couples still have options when it comes to fertility and family planning.

Starting a light exercise regimen after childbirth can be a great way to help your body heal and recover while also regaining strength you might’ve lost during pregnancy. But how soon you can start and how intense of a workout will depend on several factors. Learn more: http://spr.ly/6181qI70J

Don't let that time of the month cramp your style. Here are 5 tips for getting relief from period cramps.

5 Tips for Getting Relief From Period Cramps & Pain The home remedies that actually work and what to do if your pain is severe.

No two food poisoning recovery timelines will look the same, but here's a guide to the hours, days and weeks following onset of symptoms from a Houston Methodist gastroenterologist. http://spr.ly/6181qLHal

One of our spine specialists explains everything you need to know about neck humps, including why they happen and how to get rid of one.

Noticing a Neck Hump? 3 Ways to Straighten Up The most common causes of neck humps and what to do about them.

The minimum amount of protein you should be getting per day is 1.2 grams of protein per kilogram of bodyweight. This amount can then increase depending on your exercise goals, age and overall health, plus even more factors.

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In this episode, we discuss the different conditions caused by improper footwear, what makes for the perfect fit and how to select the right shoe for the right activity.

Footwear: How to Avoid Common Shoe Mistakes You probably don't think about your health when you buy shoes, but they support one of the body's most complex structures — your feet, the site of 25% of you...

Self-breast exams are still very important, and they do work.

Why Do Breast Self-Exams? Spending some time each month checking your breasts may help you notice changes you should talk to your doctor about.

It's impossible to target belly fat when you start a program to slim down. But a reduction in weight will definitely shrink your waistline, so here are some tips on how to deal with dangerous belly fat.

How to Lose That Troubling Belly Fat Visceral fat, the type seen in beer guts, is the most unhealthy type of fat. Houston Methodist's Dr. Garth Davis provides the lowdown on what makes it so harmful, the disease it causes and what to do about it.

Fiber plays an important role in your GI health, but the benefits of fiber extend well beyond that. One of our registered dietitians lists 7 key benefits that fiber can have on our health and wellbeing. http://spr.ly/6186qPmAQ

Still feeling stuffed up? It's possible your nasal decongestant spray is making your stuffiness worse.

Stuffed Up? Some Nasal Decongestant Sprays Can Cause Congestion of Their Own What to do if your nasal decongestant spray is causing rebound congestion that won't go away.

People are drinking less and turning to non-alcoholic options such as 0% beer and mocktails. But are these liquor-free libations truly better for you? An exercise dietitian at Houston Methodist weighs in, offering her pros, cons and considerations. http://spr.ly/6187qPnzc

Because yes, it matters.

5 Things to Consider When Choosing Where to Get Your Annual Mammogram Where you go matters. Here are tips for choosing.

In this episode, we learn about the metabolic science of intermittent fasting and what it means for your body.

Intermittent Fasting The Benefits Beyond Weight Loss Few diets have generated as much buzz as intermittent fasting, a way of eating that involves abstaining from food consumption on a regular schedule. Touted a...

Understanding the differences can help you make more informed treatment decisions with your health care provider.

What's the Difference Between B-cell and T-cell Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma? Lymphoma isn't a one-size-fits-all diagnosis. Understanding the differences between B-cell and T-cell lymphoma can guide you to the right treatment options.