Endoscopy Procedures at Yale Health Colonoscopy A colonoscopy is an exam of the large intestine that uses a thin, flexible tube called a “colonoscope.” While under conscious sedation, the tube is passed into the rectum and transmits images to a TV screen. …

Cholesterol Cholesterol is a sticky substance that gathers in patients’ blood vessels. It makes the passage of blood more difficult, causing high blood pressure and puts patients at risk of many other issues, including heart attacks and strokes. …

Patient Spokesperson and Your Personal Health Information (PHI) A Patient Spokesperson is an adult family member or friend to who a patient grants authority to have access to the patient’s Protected Health Information (PHI). For example, a patient may …

Think You are Pregnant? Pregnancy Test You can take a pregnancy test after your first missed period. We recommend that you take a home pregnancy test (available in food markets and pharmacies); these tests are very accurate. If you have any doubt or …

Other Mental Health Resources for Students Walden Peer Counseling – peer-to-peer counseling for undergraduate students at 203-432-TALK (8255) The SHARE Center  Sexual Harassment and Assault Response & Education Yale’s Emotional Wellbeing Solutions - …

Stress Stress is your body’s way of responding to any kind of demand or threat. Stress is a normal part of every life and can be helpful to motivate us to do our best. When stress becomes overwhelming it can damage our mood and our emotions and it can …

Asthma Asthma is a chronic disease that involves lung inflammation and narrowing of airways which may make it difficult to breathe. Symptoms may include: Cough Wheezing Shortness of breath Chest tightness The best way to treat asthma is to identify the …

Primary Care Provider (PCP) and Your Primary Care Team Meet Your Primary Care Team Your primary care provider (PCP) is the medical professional who knows you best and coordinates all of your care. We believe that a close relationship with your PCP plays …

Heart Disease Coronary Artery Disease is the most common type of heart disease. It is often called CAD. It affects the blood flow to the heart and can cause a heart attack .   What causes coronary heart disease (CAD)? It usually occurs when a substance …