The CDC Magically Ended the Pandemic
With a flick of the wrist, the CDC unveiled its latest magic trick, effectively ending the pandemic in the hearts ...
More Telehealth, More Abortion Medications
We see an increasing number of prescriptions for abortion medications - because of increasing access to abortion providers via telemedicine, ...
Pandemic Misinformation is Epidemic Misinformation
Misinformation abounds in healthcare, as we saw during the pandemic. This is not a problem in healthcare, but a feature ...
Surprise – Your Kids May be Nervous about Ditching the Mask
Most, but not all, experts agree that these changes are appropriate at this point in the pandemic. Many people, weary ...
How a Nondescript Box has been Saving Lives during the Pandemic
Portable air filters are an option for augmenting ventilation systems, but they typically cost hundreds of dollars, which puts them ...
What You Eat Can Reprogram Your Genes
People typically think of food as calories, energy and sustenance. However, the latest evidence suggests that food also “talks” to ...
Can Delta-8 THC Provide Some of the Benefits of Pot?
Delta-8 THC is a hemp-derived compound that’s closely related to delta-9 THC – what’s commonly called THC and is the ...
Can Churches be Protectors of Public Health?
Over the past two years of living with COVID-19, many churches have had to think in new ways.
The Curious Case of Dr. Xiulu Ruan
Dr. Ruan holds the world record for the most board certifications of any physician. But today he finds himself before ...
When Behavior Becomes a Disease
Obesity is notoriously difficult to treat. We introduce food logs and recommend diet and exercise, with varying results. Instead, we ...
The Chronic Disease of Debt
Medical debt in the United States has reached pandemic proportions. It is now the largest source of debt in the ...
How Long Does Protective Immunity Against COVID-19 Last After Infection or Vaccination?
Researchers are beginning to better understand how existing immunity protects against reinfection and the prevention of severe COVID-19 that can ...
Glucagon-Like Peptide–Based Therapies and Longevity: Clinical Implications from Emerging Evidence
Glucagon-like peptide–based therapies are increasingly used for weight management and glycemic control, but their potential impact on long-term survival remains uncertain. The clinical question addressed in this report is whether treatment with glucagon-like peptide receptor agonists is associated with reductions in all-cause mortality and age-related morbidity beyond their established metabolic effects. This question matters because these agents are now prescribed across broad patient populations, including individuals without diabetes, and long-term exposure may influence cardiovascular, oncologic, and neurodegenerative outcomes. Understanding whether...
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