News & KTLA Health Segments by Dr. James Simmons

Adults over the age of 40 take one or more medications prescribed by their doctor. Most people will continue to take some sort of medication for nearly half their life. So, it’s important to know that you’re managing your medications

For years, experts have shared the risks associated with processed food and drinks on our physical health, but what about our mental health? Dr. James Simmons, nurse practitioner and founder of “Ask the NP,” explains the first large study to

Is the magic in the mushrooms? Dr. James Simmons, nurse practitioner and founder of “Ask the NP,” explains the recent research which found that psilocybin, the primary substance responsible for the psychedelic effects of “magic” mushrooms, was effective when used

Good oral health may actually be beneficial to our brains. Dr. James Simmons, nurse practitioner and founder of “Ask the NP,” explains the research that claims there could be a connection between poor dental hygiene and brain health. Giving our

The extremely popular “Barbie” movie has people capitalizing on the film’s success, with numerous themed beauty and fashion trends or products. Most may be harmless, but one of those products is causing some major concern among health experts. It’s a

Two-time Grammy winner, Tori Kelly was recently released from the hospital following a few-day stay after she collapsed while out to dinner. Upon arrival, doctors found blood clots in both her lungs and legs. At only 30 years old, is

Is chronic constipation connected to cognitive decline? Dr. James Simmons, nurse practitioner and founder of “Ask the NP,” helps us understand how the frequency of our bowel movements could actually signal some issues in our brain. When it comes to

The safety of artificial sweeteners has long been called into question. Now, The International Institute for Research on Cancer (a branch of the World Health Organization) is expected to classify one of those sweeteners, aspartame, as a possible “cancer-causing” carcinogen

Are you experiencing soreness, stiffness or tender joints? Those symptoms could be a sign of arthritis and should prompt a visit to your primary care physician. Dr. James Simmons, nurse practitioner and founder of “Ask the NP,” explains the different

Routine checkups are an important part of our overall wellness. They can create a baseline, monitor any health-related changes and help catch something before it progresses. Although, not everyone needs them every year. Dr. James Simmons, nurse practitioner and founder

June kicks off LGBTQ+ Pride Month. Dr. James Simmons, nurse practitioner and founder of “Ask the NP,” shares the importance of LGBTQ+ specific healthcare and why creating access to these providers really matters. He also discusses the path to becoming

Recently, the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force drafted new recommendations for breast cancer screenings. Dr. James Simmons, nurse practitioner and founder of “Ask the NP,” talks about the reasoning behind the changes and why it could potentially save thousands of

We rely on our eyes for so much, but could our daily routine be the cause of long-term damage? Dr. James Simmons, nurse practitioner and founder of “Ask the NP,” discusses the recent investigation by the CDC into eye drops

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently cleared two different treatments that have captured a lot of attention. First up, a vibrating pill that can help alleviate chronic constipation. Dr. James Simmons, nurse practitioner and founder of “Ask the

Cosmetic procedures continue to surge in popularity, but are there safer ways to achieve our goals? Dr. James Simmons, nurse practitioner and founder of “Ask the NP,” helps us wade through the warnings associated with one of the most common

The family of Bruce Willis recently announced that the 67-year-old actor has been diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia (FTD), also known as frontotemporal degeneration. Nurse practitioner and founder of “Ask the NP” Dr. James Simmons helps us understand this devastating diagnosis and

The contributions of Black nurses, physicians, researchers, and medical scientists are often overlooked. As we continue to celebrate Black History Month, Dr. James Simmons, nurse practitioner and founder of “Ask the NP,” joined us to highlight just a few of

While there is no plan to ban gas stoves, a US Consumer Product Safety commissioner recently made headlines after suggesting they should be heavily regulated. She called them a “hidden hazard,” but are those health risks real? Dr. James Simmons,

After Damar Hamlin collapsed during the Bill-Bengals game, medical experts immediately started CPR and saved his life. This incident has increased awareness about CPR and why it’s so important to get trained. Dr. James Simmons, nurse practitioner and founder of

Dr. James Simmons, nurse practitioner and founder of “Ask the NP,” guest co-hosts the entire episode! He also discusses the potential downfall of setting New Year’s resolutions and shares some simpler solutions to improve our health in the special health

Dr. James Simmons, nurse practitioner and founder of “Ask the NP,” is also a clinical ambassador for the CDC’s “Let’s Stop HIV Together” program. Today is World AIDS Day, and he joined us to discuss the importance of raising awareness

Dr. James Simmons, nurse practitioner and founder of “Ask the NP,” is also a clinical ambassador for the CDC’s “Let’s Stop HIV Together” program. Today is World AIDS Day, and he joined us to discuss the importance of raising awareness

November is National Men’s Health Awareness Month. Dr. James Simmons, nurse practitioner and founder of “Ask the NP,” joined us in studio for the first time to discuss the important topic of prostate cancer. He explained everything from preventative measures,

Dr. James Simmons, nurse practitioner and founder of “Ask the NP,” shares the research behind a promising new diet pill already approved to treat diabetes. He also discusses the effectiveness of hair regrowth medication Minoxidil in its varying forms. This