Patent ductus arteriosus (PDA) is a congenital heart defect (CHD). This means it is a problem with the heart’s structure that is present at...
Your parathyroid glands are four small endocrine glands, about the size of a grain of rice, found behind the thyroid gland in your neck. They help...
We understand that a visit to the emergency room (ER) can be stressful. This guide will explain what to expect at a Banner Health Emergency...
Impetigo is a skin infection that is common in young children but can also affect adults. At Banner Health, we understand how concerning skin...
Your heart works hard to pump blood and oxygen throughout your body. Most of the time, it beats between 60 to 100 times per minute when...
What is C. diff? C. diff (Clostridioides difficile, also called Clostridium difficile in the past) is a common bacterial infection that can...
A kidney infection is a serious complication of a urinary tract infection (UTI). If left untreated, it can lead to serious health problems. At...
About nine out of 10 people with diabetes have type 2 diabetes. The exact genetic cause of type 2 diabetes isn’t known, but some factors can...
What is the flu and why is diagnosis important? Influenza (the flu) is a contagious respiratory (breathing) illness caused by the influenza virus....
Our department of Diversity and Inclusion looks to attract top talent to Banner Health via our student and veteran programs. The goal of these...