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MENTAL

The Pandemic of Poor Communications

Almost two years ago, in March 2020, I published the post below on Medium. At that time, we were at the earliest stages of the...

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: Laparoscopic Tubal Sterilization

During a laparoscopic tubal ligation out-patient procedure, the fallopian tubes are tied, cut, or removed to permanently prevent pregnancy. Tubal surgery blocks the pathway between the uterus and ovaries preventing sperm from reaching the egg.

DISEASES

Revolutionizing Retinal Imaging: The Role of Artificial Intelligence

Retinal imaging is critical in the field of ophthalmology and provides a trove of information that enables physicians to visualize a disease and its...

The Surprising Behavior That Raises Prostate Cancer Risk by Nearly Half

According to the American Cancer Society, prostate cancer is the most common cancer among men and the second-leading cause of cancer deaths.

Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) for HIV Prevention

Pre-exposure prophylaxis (or PrEP) is a way for people who do not have HIV but who are at very high risk of getting HIV to prevent HIV infection by taking a pill every day.

Does Walking Extend Life?

Walking can boost memory, as well as lowering your risk for diabetes, cancer, and heart disease.

HEALTHY MINDS

SAFETY

America’s Frontline Doctors Face Long Overdue Medical and Legal Censure

AFLDS or America's Front Line Doctors are about to come undone as state licensing authorities tighten restriction on medical misinformation

CARDIO

At HLTH Europe, BBC StoryWorks Shines a Light on Women’s Health and the Challenge of Navigating Care

Conversations about women's health are not new. Researchers, clinicians, patient advocates and policymakers have spent decades drawing attention to disparities in care, gaps in...

SCAMS

QUACK ALERTS

Kelly Brogan on Medika’s Quack Scale

Kelly Brogan scores 5 out of 5 on Medika's Quack Scale. She poses a very high risk to both her patients and the general public and we recommend against following any of her advice.