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

Pat Farrell PhD -
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...

The “Colors” of Sounds Have an Effect on All of Us

Trump’s America. Deride Them, But They are Better Than You

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

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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...

Is Alzheimer’s Damage Linked to Deadly Pollution of Babies, Not Old Age?

The Role of Pediatric Hexavalent Vaccines to Leave No Child Behind on Pertussis and Polio Protection

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Preparing for: Colposcopy

Dr Jeff Livingston -
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

Preparing for: Hysteroscopic Polypectomy

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Reduce Dementia by Staying Active

Michael Hunter, MD -
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

Michael Hunter, MD -
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

Michael Hunter, MD -
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

Gil Bashe, Medika Life Editor -
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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Aspirin. Your Heart’s Best Friend, or Maybe Not

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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

The Evolution of Quinine to Hydroxychloroquine, Covid’s Snake Oil

How Medika’s Quack Scale Works

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

Pat Farrell PhD -
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,...

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

Stopping Middle-Age Spread

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Dr. Suzanne Humphries on Medika’s Quack Scale

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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.

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Dr. Christiane Northrup on Medika’s Quack Scale

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