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MENTAL

Resistant, Searing Fear in the ER/ED

Multiple brain structures involved in fear work in an interplay of swift reactions meant to preserve and protect life, usually from saber-tooth tigers, but today real or imagined threats.

ENVIRON

Bridging the Divide: Partnership Among Public and Private Sectors Rally to Rural America Needs

Rural America has long been the nation’s backbone. Whether providing the country’s food or essential resources, rural Americans have reliably answered the nation’s call...

EDUCATE

UNDERSTANDING

Preparing for: Colposcopy

Our Preparing for series allows a patient to properly prepare themselves for a procedure. Answers about how long the procedure will last, what’s involved, what to expect

DISEASES

Chest pain as a symptom of Heart Attack

Uncomfortable pressure, squeezing, fullness or pain in the center of your chest. It lasts more than a few minutes, or goes away and comes back

Main Cause of Death in Infants Ages Zero to Five in Low-Income Countries; Hope for a Better Future

Hope shines through the veil of despair with low-cost, effective interventions that can significantly reduce the number of deaths among infants aged 0 to 5.

The Links Between Heart Disease and Mental Health

Research shows veterans, people with PTSD and their partners, racial minorities and women are at higher risk of developing heart conditions resulting from poor mental health.

Obesity Treatment Is Not Just About Weight Loss

Obesity care goes beyond mere body weight reduction in a number of ways, all of which tie back to an unwavering focus on improving patients’ health

HEALTHY MINDS

SAFETY

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

AISAP Rural Health Breakthrough in Ghana is a Blueprint for Solving Cardiology Deserts

Access to cardiac care remains one of the most pressing, yet overlooked, crises in global health. In the United States, nearly half of all...

SCAMS

QUACK ALERTS

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.