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MENTAL

The Hormones That Get Too Little Attention and Bring Big Benefits

How many hormones or neurotransmitters do you know? Which are the ones you hear about most frequently? You're probably familiar with dopamine and serotonin....

ENVIRON

Climate Change Is Bringing on Yet More “Blues” in Our Lives

If the “Winter Blues” affect you, begin preparing for yet another emotional change brought on by climate change. Will these changes ever come to an end?

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UNDERSTANDING

Preparing for Cesarean Delivery (C-Section)

When the baby is delivered through an incision in the abdomen and uterus, it is called a cesarean section or C-section delivery. Information on the procedure

DISEASES

Staging Cancer using TNM

Staging helps describe where a cancer is located, if or where it has spread, and whether it is affecting other parts of the body.

Multivitamins and Longevity: A Data-Driven Deep Dive

Multivitamins have long been touted as a way to boost health and potentially extend lifespan.

Clinical Trials As a Care Option – the Time is Now

Creating more effective, safer medicines starts with empowering new communities to join in on clinical research

Long Telomeres and Long Life: Did We Get It Wrong? (Hint: Yes)

ARE LONG TELOMERES THE FOUNTAIN OF YOUTH? Telomeres are structures made from DNA sequences and proteins at the ends of our chromosomes. Telomeres cap and...

HEALTHY MINDS

SAFETY

Proving Vaccine Safety Without Relying on Science

It's the hottest debate of the year. How safe is the Covid Vaccine? Should you get it? What are the risks? What's the point if you can still catch the coronavirus? Why bother if you still need to wear a mask? Will it make you sterile?

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. 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.