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Sniffing Out Depression and Anxiety

Depression seemed linked to an increased awareness of social odors (for example, the “good” and “bad” smells of other individuals.

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UNDERSTANDING

Preparing for: Robotic Hysterectomy

Prepare yourself for a Robotic Hysterectomy by learning more about what the procedure entails.

DISEASES

Surprising Creativity Associated with Some Forms of Dementia

We think of dementia as the overarching destruction of the brain resulting in an inability to perform daily tasks or interact appropriately, but that’s not always the case.

Flu Shots Save Lives

The best preventative measure to fight against influenza and its possible complications is vaccination with the annual flu vaccine.

Covid’s Elephant in the Room. We Must Address it

This article is based on probability, rather than certainty. The author is of the opinion that at some point the two terms become interchangeable....

Will Blood Glucose Become The New Blood Pressure?

The utility of simple and watched-based measurements can put blood glucose on everyone’s radar.

HEALTHY MINDS

SAFETY

What are Vitamins and What Role do They Play in Your Health?

Learn about vitamins, what they help for, how they work and what they can and cannot do. Find out which pills are a waste of money and why.

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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Dr. Sherrill Sellman on Medika’s Quack Scale

Dr. Sherrill Sellman 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.