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Are You Being Forgotten in the Emergency Room?
Are You Being Forgotten in the Emergency Room?
ER waits can be chaotic and uncomfortable, but most people don’t realize they are being treated as soon as they walk in.
Jesse Smith, MD
Aug 16
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Infection Control, Physicians’ Offices, and Our Health May Be in Serious Jeopardy
Infection Control, Physicians’ Offices, and Our Health May Be in Serious Jeopardy
The current state of medicine and consolidation, plus corporate and equity purchases, is causing concern in healthcare
Dr. Patricia Farrell
Aug 17
Two Views of World-Class Patient Care — Inside-Out and Outside-In
Two Views of World-Class Patient Care — Inside-Out and Outside-In
Can We Create a World in which Kindness is Infused into Patient-Centered Medical Care?
Gil Bashe
Aug 14
The Numerical Position Of An Atom In A Molecule Dictates Its Biochemical Functions In The Body.
The Numerical Position Of An Atom In A Molecule Dictates Its Biochemical Functions In The Body.
Just a simple positional change in one chemical’s bond structure can wreak much havoc on our health.
Dr Joel Yong, PhD
Aug 16
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A Journey into Physical Well-being
A Journey into Physical Well-being
In our journey towards holistic well-being, physical wellness stands as the seventh pillar — the cornerstone that supports our overall…
Dr. Hussam Hamoush
Aug 12
This Weeks Editors Choice
The Future of Cardiovascular Disease Prevention: Insights from Dr. Pradeep Natarajan
The Future of Cardiovascular Disease Prevention: Insights from Dr. Pradeep Natarajan
In a recent Ground Truths podcast, Dr. Eric Topol interviewed Dr. Pradeep Natarajan, Director of Preventive Cardiology at Mass General…
Christopher Nial
Aug 14
Pick of the Week
Cooking At High Heat With Unsaturated Fats Was Never Such A Good Idea
Cooking At High Heat With Unsaturated Fats Was Never Such A Good Idea
These fats do more than just smoke.
Dr Joel Yong, PhD
Aug 30
This ‘Secret Weapon’ Against Heart Disease is Hiding in Plain Sight
This ‘Secret Weapon’ Against Heart Disease is Hiding in Plain Sight
What you should know about compensated sleep.
Michael Hunter, MD
Aug 30
Can We Catch Up on Sleep on Weekends and Benefit From It?
Can We Catch Up on Sleep on Weekends and Benefit From It?
Working all week and getting up early takes a toll on us and our sleep, but research is looking at sleeping-in on weekends through a new…
Dr. Patricia Farrell
Aug 30
Parental Stress Has a Serious Impact on Children
Parental Stress Has a Serious Impact on Children
Children's mental health and development rely on how parents handle their stress and parental duties.
Dr. Patricia Farrell
Aug 29
Food Colorings Play What Role in Mental Disorders?
Food Colorings Play What Role in Mental Disorders?
Food colorings, such as red dye 40, a synthetic food dye common in dairy products, sweets, and beverages, may contribute to behavioral…
Dr. Patricia Farrell
Aug 27
Nature’s Cancer Detectives: Honey Bees’ Nose for Early Diagnosis Is Stunning
Nature’s Cancer Detectives: Honey Bees’ Nose for Early Diagnosis Is Stunning
I AM A CANCER DOCTOR, one who would prefer all of my patients to have early detection of their cancers.
Michael Hunter, MD
Aug 25
Invisible Disabilities Need Our Attention and Understanding Like No Others
Invisible Disabilities Need Our Attention and Understanding Like No Others
Subtle differences in behavior and ineptness in social interactions are only some of the overt symptoms of neurodivergent disorders.
Dr. Patricia Farrell
Aug 24
The Chemical Reactions Occurring In Our Body During Digestion.
The Chemical Reactions Occurring In Our Body During Digestion.
An exploration of what we don’t really ruminate on as we eat.
Dr Joel Yong, PhD
Aug 23
The Beast of Fear Ruling Your Life Can Be Vanquished
The Beast of Fear Ruling Your Life Can Be Vanquished
Fear is a tool that can control us, but we have the power to rid ourselves of it and live a life in which it exists only where needed.
Dr. Patricia Farrell
Aug 23
Why ICU Patients are Lying Face Down
Why ICU Patients are Lying Face Down
Proning is a simple and bizarre way to improve respiratory symptoms.
Jesse Smith, MD
Aug 22
No, Walking Backwards Is Not Strange, It Is Healthy
No, Walking Backwards Is Not Strange, It Is Healthy
Incredible benefits can be realized if you begin to walk backward, and it is now viewed as an unrealized means of exercise, rehab, and…
Dr. Patricia Farrell
Aug 22
One in Ten: The Shocking Truth About Opioid Addiction and Prescription Drugs
One in Ten: The Shocking Truth About Opioid Addiction and Prescription Drugs
I am a cancer doctor.
Michael Hunter, MD
Aug 21
What’s in a Name? Colleges and Hospitals That Is
What’s in a Name? Colleges and Hospitals That Is
Is there a difference between a “college” and a “university” when it comes to schools or hospitals? Consumers need to know.
Dr. Patricia Farrell
Aug 21
The Silent Spread of Mpox: A Wake-Up Call for Global Health Vigilance
The Silent Spread of Mpox: A Wake-Up Call for Global Health Vigilance
Photo Credit: ink drop @ Adobe Stock
Christopher Nial
Aug 21
Dreaming Can Be a Workhorse for Our Waking Hours
Dreaming Can Be a Workhorse for Our Waking Hours
Sleep can be a highly productive time, and new research is exploring how we can use its abilities to enhance our daily lives.
Dr. Patricia Farrell
Aug 20
The Decaf Dilemma: Separating Fact from Fiction
The Decaf Dilemma: Separating Fact from Fiction
I sometimes crave coffee but sometimes want to dodge the caffeine-associated buzz.
Michael Hunter, MD
Aug 20
Breaking Through Plateaus: Techniques for Improving Performance
Breaking Through Plateaus: Techniques for Improving Performance
Dr. Hussam Hamoush
Aug 19
The Neuroscience of Music Therapy: How Your Favorite Songs Can Heal Your Brain
The Neuroscience of Music Therapy: How Your Favorite Songs Can Heal Your Brain
Do we underuse music therapy as a tool to manage various medical conditions?
Michael Hunter, MD
Aug 19
Human Brain Cells’ Potential in Computer Design Is Imminent
Human Brain Cells’ Potential in Computer Design Is Imminent
Hardware replaced by lab-grown human brain cells is on the cusp of future computer designs. Is it shocking or reasonable?
Dr. Patricia Farrell
Aug 19
10 Keys to Improving Inpatient Psychiatric Care
10 Keys to Improving Inpatient Psychiatric Care
A survey of psychiatric patients identified key areas for improvement efforts.
Ed Ergenzinger, JD, PhD
Aug 18
The Diet Trap: Why Restriction Backfires and What to Do Instead
The Diet Trap: Why Restriction Backfires and What to Do Instead
I increasingly believe we are frequently off the mark regarding weight loss recommendations.
Michael Hunter, MD
Aug 18
Your Body Ages in Leaps: Stanford’s Surprising Findings at Ages 44 and 60
Your Body Ages in Leaps: Stanford’s Surprising Findings at Ages 44 and 60
I remember a colleague mentioning that I would define my 40s as a time when I awakened with pain that had no reason for being.
Michael Hunter, MD
Aug 17
What my mother doesn`t understand: How can doctors live with themselves charging $250 for a…
What my mother doesn`t understand: How can doctors live with themselves charging $250 for a…
Last year, one of my closest friends experienced something that significantly impacted both of us. Out of nowhere, he had a massive anxiety…
Ahmadou Bello
Aug 17
One Test to Rule Them All: The End of Diagnostic Guesswork
One Test to Rule Them All: The End of Diagnostic Guesswork
Envision a future where a simple blood test, a painless swab, or a breathalyzer could unveil every hidden ailment within your body…
Michael Hunter, MD
Aug 16
A Glimmer of Hope: New Alzheimer’s Findings Offer a Reason to Smile
A Glimmer of Hope: New Alzheimer’s Findings Offer a Reason to Smile
I sometimes wonder if my writing focus on Alzheimer’s stems from a deep-seated fear of the disease.
Michael Hunter, MD
Aug 15
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