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Cutting-Edge Innovation Is Not Enough To Save Lives

Yesterday, my 97-year-old physician father-in-law died.  His longevity was the result of great medical advances during the past two decades, rigorous self-care, and vigilant...

Why Waste Money on School Lunches for Poor Kids?

Politics don't mix well with biology and child development, especially regarding nourishing lunches that promote educational efforts.

Don’t Let A Car Accident Be Your Wakeup Call

Nobody is prepared to be involved in a car accident. Practicing safe driving will save your life and the life of others.

A Physician Travels to South Asia Seeking Enduring Lessons From the Eradication of Smallpox

Smallpox was certified eradicated in 1980, but I first learned about the disease’s twisty, storied history in 1996 while interning at the World Health...