Medical Notes: Increased Pedestrian Fatalities, How Law Enforcement Contributes To Overdose Deaths, and the Dangers of Gas Stoves
Are crosswalks as safe as you think? The war on drugs may be making things worse. Should your stove be gas or electric?
Bioethics Part 2: Should You Have The Right To End Your Own Life?
Dr. Brooke Ellison, a quadriplegic, and Dr. Jeffrey Bishop explore the many ethical decisions that surround end-of-life care.
Is Psychedelic Therapy the Future of Mental Health Treatment?
Dr. Steve Levine explains how the treatment works and if the therapy will be covered by insurance.
Medical Notes: Death Rates From Recurring Cancer, Stem Cells Fix Bad Hearts & Exercising After a Concussion
Does cancer discriminate based on race? Can stem cells be used to repair diseased hearts? Light exercise may be beneficial for concussion recovery.
How Can We Save Infants From the Effects of Opioid Addiction?
Experts discuss a promising new treatment approach and how to fix the root cause of NOWS.
“There’s No ‘Normal’ Person”: The Intersection of Ethics and Disability
Experts explain how the disabled community is often left behind in society, medicine, and bioethics.
Medical Notes: Pain Management and the Evolution of Hair
Stop pain at the cellular level. New treatments for eye disease may be right around the corner. Curly hair has helped humanity survive.
Will Hormonal Contraceptives Worsen Your Autoimmune Disease?
Nearly 90% of women who could become pregnant but don't want to use contraception – which may worsen a preexisting autoimmune disease.
Do You Feel Pressured To Work While You’re Sick?
Our experts discuss how office culture feeds into putting yourself and others at risk.
Menopause: What To Expect When You’re Finished Expecting
Why don't we know more about menopause? Experts discuss how to stay in control of your body and feel like yourself again during this life transition.
Have You Been Fooled By These Common Medical Myths?
Dr. James Hamblin explains how to tell if a persistent itch or bothersome joint pain has a simple fix or needs to be checked by a professional.
Medical Notes: June 28, 2023
Should everyone be screened for kidney disease? Your avocado oil may not be as healthy as you think. Do your eyes need to go to the gym? Severe grief is bad for your heart.
The Psychological Trends of the Ever-Growing Gig Economy
Is the freedom of gig work worth the lack of regulation, protections, and benefits? We explore the perception and psychology of gig workers.
Dealing With Loss This Father’s Day
Whether you lost your father recently or years ago, Father’s Day can be hard. Dr. Hafeez offers advice on how to use it for healing and growth.
Medical Notes: June 18, 2023
How to keep your kids safe in pools this summer. It’s time for camping, grilling, and avoiding mosquitoes. New treatments for eye disease may be right around the corner. Forget about our digital fingerprints, our actual DNA can be found almost anywhere in the world.
Why Doctors Should Have Creative Passions Outside of Medicine
Hannah Boone entered medical school with a degree in music -- an educational path thought to create more involved and empathetic physicians.
Medical Gaslighting: What To Do When Doctors Stop Listening to You
Author Karen DeBonis shares how she was forced to advocate for herself when doctors didn’t listen take her seriously.
Medical Notes: June 11, 2023
A new brain discovery identifies marker associated with risk of suicide. Researchers estimate half of this population is affected by hearing loss. Scientists are getting up close and personal with our guts. Watching the clock may be worsening your insomnia.
Helping Patients Feel Like Kids Again: The Magic of Children’s Hospitals
For many long-term, young patients, children's hospitals become their entire world and not just the place where they receive treatment.
Don’t Let An Injury Keep You From Playing The Game
Pickleball is a low-impact sport that’s great for all ages but comes with its own injury risks. Dr. Tjoumakaris has some tips to keep you healthy.
Medical Notes: June 4, 2023
Can Netflix help with childhood cancer treatment? Microplastics may be messing with sex hormones. Red-flag warning signs of cancer. Your child’s drink may be toxic.
Adrenal Dysfunction May Be Causing Your Brain Fog and Weight Gain
Dr. Izabella Wentz, a thyroid expert, explains the lifestyle changes you can make to fix your hormone imbalance.
Ozempic: A Look Into Hollywood’s Magic Weight Loss Pill
Dr. Disha Narang explains how these types of therapies need to be paired with long-term, strict daily routines in order to be effective.
Medical Notes: May 28, 2023
When should you get a mammogram? Can science regrow missing limbs? Proper chewing may help people with type 2 diabetes. Airplanes may be ruining your sleep.
