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MENTAL

Another Eating Disorder or Is This Diagnosis Gone Wild?

Most people are aware of the main eating disorders discussed in the media, but what if there were others that are only being noticed now?

ENVIRON

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

Covid Masks: What You Should Know

I SWAPPED OUT MY SURGICAL MASK for the N95 and KN94 ones. Given my newer masks are not inexpensive, how long can I wear one...

Is Age-Related Muscle Loss Linked to Early Mortality?

Researchers posit that a sedentary lifestyle coupled with poor dietary habits may play a role in the development of the ailment. Sarcopenia: What you need to know.

Understanding Your Blood Pressure

More attention is given to systolic blood pressure (the first number) as a major risk factor for cardiovascular disease for people over 50.

Genital Herpes: 20 Important Facts We All Need to Know

Genital herpes is a common viral sexually transmitted infection affecting up to 20% of the population. To combat misinformation, we need to educate ourselves about genital herpes facts.

HEALTHY MINDS

SAFETY

Debunking Bleach or Chlorine Dioxide as a Medical Treatment

Respiratory failure; changes in the heart's electrical activity that can cause deadly abnormal rhythms; life-threatening low blood pressure caused by dehydration; acute liver failure; low blood cell counts that require blood transfusion; as well as severe vomiting and diarrhea.

CARDIO

This 5-Minute Habit Could Help Prevent a Dangerous Heart Condition.

At 7:28 a.m., the sidewalk was still damp from last night’s Seattle area rain. I stepped outside, tea still warming my throat, and began walking...

SCAMS

QUACK ALERTS

How Medika’s Quack Scale Works

To help you sort out the schemers and con artists Medika has set up our own Quack Scale for you to easily and quickly identify healthcare professionals that pose a risk to your health and mental wellbeing.