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One Trick to Lowering Heart Risk: Friends Have Benefits

Cardiovascular disease is the number one cause of death among high-income countries and is projected to be the leading cause of death…

4 years ago

It’s not an urban legend: Losing weight is often harder for women

Losing weight may be challenging, but biology isn’t destiny. A national expert explains why women may have a more difficult…

4 years ago

I Thought I Saved My Patient’s Life. He Didn’t Agree.

I now ask patients what their goals are. I present surgical and medical options and make sure the patient understands…

4 years ago

Heading Off Heartburn

GERD, reflux and GI disorders can be painful and worrisome. Dr. Michael Hunter offers some common sense wisdom to prevent…

4 years ago

One Simple Way to Protect Your Brain

“Cognitive decline in late adulthood is becoming the №1 public health problem we face as a country, particularly as the…

4 years ago

What It’s REALLY Like to Hear the Words: “You Have Cancer”

In any word association exercise, the word cancer is most often linked with death.  Maybe two percent of outliers would…

4 years ago

A Vignette of Life as a Pediatric Cancer Mom

A hugely moving insight into the life of a parent of a pediatric cancer victim. We always feel deeply for…

4 years ago

The Medika Life 50 – The Most Influential Voices in Health for 2022

Medika Life 50 Top Healthcare Voices of Influence for 2022. Engage with leading voices, amplify their reach and expand your…

4 years ago

What’s in it for me? Encouraging patient ownership of PHI Data

Do patients really understand the true value associated with ownership and management of their healthcare data? It would appear not…

4 years ago

Strength Training and Sleep

WHICH HELPS WITH SLEEP? STRENGTH TRAINING or aerobic activity? You probably know that aerobic activities promote good sleep, but you may…

4 years ago

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