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The Benefits in Dignity, Savings, and Health of Aging in Place

Nursing homes and residential care facilities are undergoing a sea change as the many benefits of aging in place are seen, and people are beginning to refuse to leave their homes.

ENVIRON

The Chicken and Egg Problem of Fighting Another Flu Pandemic

Céline Gounder, KFF Health News’ editor-at-large for public health, appeared on “CBS Morning News” on May 30 to discuss concerns that the spread of an avian flu virus has decimated flocks of birds, which may affect consumers’ supply of eggs. Eggs are a major tool in the manufacturing of vaccines that could help protect people from a bird flu outbreak.

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UNDERSTANDING

Preparing for: Hysteroscopic Polypectomy

Prepare yourself for a Hysteroscopic Polypectomy by learning more about what the procedure entails.

DISEASES

What is Metabolic Syndrome?

Metabolic syndrome is the name for a group of risk factors for heart disease, diabetes, and other health problems. You can have just one risk factor, but people often have several of them together.

Why Exercise Doesn’t Control Weight

Physical activity alone may not be sufficient for weight control. Weight gain or loss is primarily determined by the balance between the number of calories consumed and burned.

My Life-Changing Journey With Stem Cell Therapy

The Issue Have you ever thought you were physically more robust, flexible, and agile than in reality? I had convinced myself of this falsehood in...

NASH and Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD)

Two types of NAFLD are simple fatty liver and nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH). Simple fatty liver and NASH are two separate conditions.

HEALTHY MINDS

SAFETY

What You Say on TeleHealth Doesn’t Stay on Telehealth. How Patient Data is Under Threat

If you use a Telehealth platform your data is being stored and may be sold for commercial gain to the highest bidder. The safety of Patient Data is

CARDIO

A Few Minutes of Intense Exercise Can Change Your Body

We all know that exercise is good for us. It lowers the risk of cardiovascular disease and diabetes, helps control weight, preserves muscle, and,...

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QUACK ALERTS

Dr. Edgar Suter on Medika’s Quack Scale

Dr. Edgar Suter scores 4 out of 5 on Medika's Quack Scale. We recommend seeking alternate medical care for a trustworthy and reputable source.