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MENTAL

A Hidden Fact. Death Certificates Shouldn’t Lie, Correct?

Remember the words “there are only two things you have to do: die and pay taxes?” Too many don’t pay taxes but no one...

ENVIRON

A Physician Travels to South Asia Seeking Enduring Lessons From the Eradication of Smallpox

Smallpox was certified eradicated in 1980, but I first learned about the disease’s twisty, storied history in 1996 while interning at the World Health...

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UNDERSTANDING

Preparing for: Colposcopy

Our Preparing for series allows a patient to properly prepare themselves for a procedure. Answers about how long the procedure will last, what’s involved, what to expect

DISEASES

Reduce Dementia by Staying Active

ARE YOU PHYSICALLY ACTIVE? I have some good news for you: Older adults who participate in a variety of activities appear to reduce their dementia...

The New COVID Variant — A Striking Symptom You Should Know About

XBB.1.16 (ARCTURUS) IS ON THE RISE WORLDWIDE. The new variant is highly contagious. Today we look at the new COVID variant and one striking symptom you should know about. First, a quick look at Shakespeare’s take on pandemics.

Soccer Journalist Dies of an Aneurysm – Five Ways to Reduce Risk

LEGENDARY US SOCCER JOURNALIST GRANT WAHL DIED at 49 from a ruptured aortic aneurysm while covering the World Cup in Qatar.

Bridging the Divide: Partnership Among Public and Private Sectors Rally to Rural America Needs

Rural America has long been the nation’s backbone. Whether providing the country’s food or essential resources, rural Americans have reliably answered the nation’s call...

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SAFETY

Aspirin. Your Heart’s Best Friend, or Maybe Not

Aspirin is used by over 29 million Americans daily to prevent CVD and Stroke. New advice suggests we may want to rethink our use of the drug

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,...

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QUACK ALERTS

Dr. Suzanne Humphries on Medika’s Quack Scale

Dr. Suzanne Humphries 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.