Woodside Internal Medicine

09/05/2026

Beyond the Floss: 5 Everyday Personal Care Products Hiding "Forever Chemicals"

When we think about toxic exposure, we usually picture industrial runoff, non-stick cookware, or heavy stain repellents. Rarely do we look at our morning hygiene routine and suspect our favorite lip balm or dental tape.Yet, independent laboratory testing and regulatory investigations have increasing...

09/03/2026

From Pancreatic Cancer to Lung Cancer: The Breakthrough Precision Therapy Making Waves

08/31/2026

A Single Injection for Years of Relief? The Promise of PCRX-201 for Knee Osteoarthritis

For the 14 million Americans suffering from moderate-to-severe knee osteoarthritis (OA), treatment options have historically felt like an exercise in diminishing returns.Standard options like intra-articular steroid injections or hyaluronic acid gels offer temporary relief, typically wearing off aft...

08/25/2026

E-Bikes, E-Scooters, and Safety: How to Enjoy the Ride Without an ER Visit

With sunny weather across Central Indiana, our local trails—from the Monon Greenway stretching through Carmel, Westfield, and Fishers to the village paths in Zionsville and cultural trails in Indianapolis—are buzzing with activity.Among the strollers and joggers, electric bikes and e-scooters ha...

08/20/2026

Estrogen Therapy and Alzheimer’s Risk: What a Landmark Neurology Study Reveals

For decades, the relationship between Menopausal Hormone Therapy (MHT) and cognitive health has been one of the most hotly debated topics in women’s health. Following the initial findings of the Women’s Health Initiative (WHI) in the early 2000s, many women and clinicians stepped away from hormo...

08/09/2026

The Summer Hydration Trap: When Too Many Electrolytes Become Dangerous

During the blistering heat of mid-summer, the public health message is hammered home everywhere we turn: stay hydrated. From sports drinks and hydration packets to electrolyte-infused waters, the market is flooded with products promising to keep our bodies balanced while we sweat.While staying adequ...

07/29/2026

The Protein Paradox: How High-Protein Diets Impact Longevity Across Different Ages

Protein is having a major moment in the health and fitness world. From high-protein bars to macro-counted meal prep, the current consensus often sounds simple: more protein is always better.However, longevity research from institutions like the University of Southern California (USC) and Harvard Uni...

07/17/2026

FDA Approves Lipfendra (enlicitide): The First Daily Pill to Target PCSK9 for Stubbornly High Cholesterol

Exciting news for patients managing cardiovascular health: the FDA has approved Lipfendra (enlicitide), a groundbreaking 20-mg once-daily tablet designed to lower low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C)—commonly known as "bad" cholesterol.This is a massive shift in lipid management. For years,...

07/11/2026

The Cyclospora Outbreak in Indiana: What is Causing the Local Spike?

A surge in an unusual gastrointestinal illness has prompted a series of public health alerts across the Midwest, including right here in Indiana. Health departments, alongside federal agencies, are actively investigating a regional outbreak of Cyclospora, a microscopic parasite that can cause severe...

07/10/2026

West Nile Virus Confirmed in Carmel: What You Need to Know

It is a standard milestone of mid-summer in Indiana, but it always warrants a quick public health reminder: the Hamilton County Health Department Vector Control Program has officially confirmed that a local mosquito sample has tested positive for West Nile Virus (WNV).The positive pool was collected...