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As Eating Disorders Spike During Pandemic, Rural Treatment Options Lag

Erin Reynolds had battled bulimia since childhood, but the weeks before she entered treatment were among her worst. At 22, she was preparing to...

ENVIRON

Climate Change May Affect the Winter Blues in Ways Unknown Before

Weather has always been almost predictable, and we know how to dress, what to avoid, and how it will affect us, but maybe not anymore because of climate change.

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UNDERSTANDING

Preparing for: Hysteroscopic Polypectomy

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

DISEASES

Syphilis. What you Need to Know About This Sexually Transmitted Infection

Sexually transmitted cases of syphilis are on the rise worldwide. Here are the basics about syphilis all sexually active people need to know to stay safe and reduce the risk of infection.

Dying Broke: A New Jointly Reported Series on America’s Long-Term Care Crisis from KFF Health News and The New York Times 

Series examines the ways in which the financial and emotional toll of providing and paying for long-term care are wreaking havoc on the lives of millions of Americans.

Envisioning a Future with Reversal of Glaucoma-Related Vision Loss

More than 4.2 million Americans live with glaucoma, or about 1.6% of the country’s adult population, and only half are aware they have the disease.

Sudden Death, “Purebloods,” Myocarditis and more

Have we done a peer-review clinical review of COVID-related morbidity/mortality alongside people vaccinated who had serious side effects? Should we?

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SAFETY

Covid Patients in India Warned About Scammers Selling Fake Medicines and Cures

Covid Patients in India are being sold fake medications, black market remdesivir and tocilizumab, by scammers. Here is how you can identify a scammer and stay safe.

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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QUACK ALERTS

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.