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Stop Self-Sabotage Using The Topdog Versus Underdog Game

Topdog versus Underdog is a game we play with ourselves, one we cannot win.. Here are ways to shift mindsets into a positive way of being.

ENVIRON

You Can Use Gardening As Exercise

DID YOU KNOW THAT GARDENING CAN be an effective form of exercise? Today we explore how you can use gardening as exercise.

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UNDERSTANDING

Preparing for: Hysteroscopic Polypectomy

Prepare yourself for a Hysteroscopic Polypectomy by learning more about what the procedure entails.

DISEASES

Avoiding Drug-Induced Weight Gain: A Little Awareness Goes a Long Way

This fall, Ozempic suddenly seemed to be everywhere, as celebrities and influencers jumped on the viral trend of using the prescription diabetes drug as a quick weight-loss fix. (Spoiler alert: It’s not that simple.)

The Urgent Call to Decolonise Global Health

A growing movement to decolonise global health has gained momentum as the world grapples with ongoing health crises, from COVID-19 to climate change-induced disasters....

One More Reason I Don’t Eat Large Meals Late at Night

Research suggests another good reason to avoid big meals late in the day: Large meals after 5 p.m. could increase one's risk of type 2 diabetes.

Dyshidrotic Eczema, a type of Eczema

This common form of eczema called Dyshidrotic Eczema causes small, intensely itchy blisters on the edges of the fingers, toes, palms

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Why Should I Critically Appraise Health News?

Critical appraisal of healthcare news and opinion is essential in the modern world. This simple act can guide more informed decisions.

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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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.