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MENTAL

How To Spot Sensory “Masking” In Autism Spectrum Disorder

Recognizing what your child’s “Poker Face” means and how to drastically reduce the incidence.

ENVIRON

The Social Innovation Summit: Catalyzing Societal Change

The Summit's power lies in its ability to assemble participants from diverse sectors, each bringing their perspectives and expertise - all dedicated to purpose and social impact

EDUCATE

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

Is Our Gut a Key to Whether We Get Dementia?

Alzheimer’s dementia is not a normal part of the aging process. Still, the most significant risk factor is increasing age, with most of those with Alzheimer’s disease 65 years and older.

Celebrate the Modern Medical Miracle of Vaccinations

One of the most important things we can do to protect our children is to ensure that they are properly immunized on time and in compliance with the immunization schedule set by The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

Skin Patch and Skin Prick Allergy Testing

This is used to evaluate for an underlying trigger/agent in individuals who develop contact dermatitis. Examples of contact dermatitis is the development of a rash after wearing certain metal jewelry

Obesity Causes Cancer? It’s Complicated

BEING OVERWEIGHT OR OBESE IS ASSOCIATED with a higher risk of more than a dozen cancers.

HEALTHY MINDS

SAFETY

Texas Listeria Outbreak Leads to Tyson Chicken Recall

The Center for Disease Control and Prevention announced a recall of over 8 million pounds of ready-to-eat chicken after a Listeria outbreak in Texas was detected by the Whole Genome Sequencing Project.

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,...

SCAMS

QUACK ALERTS

Dr. Stella Immanuel on Medika’s Quack Scale

Dr. Stella Immanuel 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.