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Even Light Exercise May Drop Dementia Risk

LET’S CUT TO THE CHASE — a new study demonstrates an association between light-intensity physical activity in older adults and a lower risk of dementia. While the...

ENVIRON

Plastics Have Made Their Way Into Our Brains and May Cause Neurologic Disorders

The “wonderful” development of plastics in the 1940s brought about a change in our lives and may have created an incessant, hidden danger to our health.

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UNDERSTANDING

Preparing for: Midurethral Sling

A mid-urethral sling is the most common type of surgery used to correct stress urinary incontinence or a leaky bladder. A small, supportive material of synthetic mesh is placed under the urethra to give support.

DISEASES

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).

FDA Approval of New Drug for Alzheimer’s Offers Hope

The FDA approves Aduhelm for the treatment of early Alzheimer's disease. Aduhelm targets brain plaque formation to slow the rate of cognitive decline.

Amouranth, Twitch, Amazon, and the Unraveling of Compassion and Common Sense

Labor trafficking frequently takes place out of sight; the ugly truth of capitalism that we keep hidden from view. Anyone with a camera can become a celebrity online, but have we created the conditions to produce more victims, and what responsibility do corporations have to stem the tide?

How COVID and the Power of Now Killed Scientific Peer Review

How long do or should clinical trials take – well, it depends – but often years. Science takes time. It demands rigor and objectivity. It’s not a “now” pursuit.

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SAFETY

Kratom, the Undiluted Truth. Is it a Dangerous Drug or a Godsend?

There are two sides to Kratom and two distinct views of it in the public’s mind. Kratom users see the drug as a lifesaver. Some of them consume it for pain, others, as a means to wean themselves off opioids

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...

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Dr. Edgar Suter on Medika’s Quack Scale

Dr. Edgar Suter scores 4 out of 5 on Medika's Quack Scale. We recommend seeking alternate medical care for a trustworthy and reputable source.