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“Self-Care” – Wisdom Discovered Among the Papers of a Beloved Parent

If the concept of self-care were broadened to include devoting my energy to attend to all my needs, wants, thoughts and feelings, the either/or dilemma might recede.

ENVIRON

Is it Safe to Breastfeed my Baby? Breastmilk and Environmental Toxins

Despite toxins and chemicals being present in breastmilk, we strongly encourage all mothers to breastfeed their babies, especially in the first few days after birth

EDUCATE

UNDERSTANDING

Preparing for: Permanent Birth Control or Bilateral Salpingectomy

A bilateral salpingectomy is an outpatient procedure to permanently prevent pregnancy and reduce the lifetime risk of ovarian cancer.

DISEASES

COVID-19 Trials: Why Are We Asking Questions We Know Answers To?

The author reviews a recent randomized clinical trial of ivermectin’s effect on COVID-19 outcomes..

The Health System Will Not Be Transformed by Amazon – But It Will Improve

Just days ago, Amazon announced it would purchase One Medical in an all-cash $3.9 billion deal.

Don’t Crystal Ball Patients’ Futures – AI Delivers Accuracy Right Now

Medika Life Talks with Ibex CEO Joseph Mossel on How AI is Changing Pathologists’ Workflow, Output and Professional Satisfaction

Why Healing Still Begins with Relationship

When I discuss Healing the Sick Care System: Why People Matter with audiences, I expect nods of recognition acknowledging the mess and the hopelessness...

HEALTHY MINDS

SAFETY

COVID B.1.1.7 - How Widespread Is It in the U.S. and How Worried Should We Be?

According to the CDC report, by March, and possibly sooner, this new variant will surpass the original virus as the leading cause of Covid-19 in the U.S.

CARDIO

GLP‑1 Medications in Later Life: Why the “Miracle Shot” Needs a Senior‑Specific Safety Lens

When GLP-1 medications like semaglutide began to gain attention, many people saw them as a breakthrough. For some people, these drugs help lower blood sugar,...

SCAMS

QUACK ALERTS

Dr. Sherrill Sellman on Medika’s Quack Scale

Dr. Sherrill Sellman scores 5 out of 5 on Medika's Quack Scale. She poses a high risk to the general public and we recommend against following any of her advice.