Reducing The Trial-And-Error Approach To Antidepressant Medication
Our expert explains how our genes can predict a drug’s effect on our system and minimize the ‘trial-and-error’ approach to medicine.
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The Truth About PCOS: Birth Control, Infertility, and Gaps in Research
Polycystic ovarian syndrome affects at least one in ten women – probably more since it’s so underdiagnosed.
Medical Notes: Your Ancestors Are Making You Sick, Drinking Water May Be Causing Early Menopause, and How Movement Improves Memory
Can obesity treatment also help your brain? Your ancestors may be the cause of your current illness. Is water harmful to older women? Exercise is good for more than just building muscle.
Medical Notes: Your Local Park May Be Polluted With Lead, How Pupil Size Affects Anxiety Levels, and the Stress Hormone That Makes Insulin Work Better
Scientists may now be able to catch dementia earlier than ever before. Are eyes the windows to our mental health? A new mouse study may improve diabetes treatments. The neighborhood playground may be holding onto more than just childhood memories.
Medical Notes: A New Type of Evolution, Chronic Absenteeism in Schools, and How Babies Trigger Milk Production
We may have discovered a new form of evolution. Is winter the best season for our health? Education has become an afterthought for many kids. Breast milk is triggered by a baby’s whine.
Medical Notes: One Pill Could Replace Your Daily Workout, How Your Hometown Contributes to Your Diet, and a Less-Invasive Alternative to Injections
Have we found an alternative to injecting medicine? Your hometown influences what you consume. We may soon be able to simplify our daily workout.
Kitchen Chemistry: The Facts (and Myths) of Dietary Protein
Dr. Emily Lantz, a professor of nutrition, breaks down how our body uses protein, how much protein we need in a day, and who needs extra supplementation
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.
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.
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: March 5, 2023
Science is learning a thing or two from nature. A stressful day may look different depending on your gender. Everything we know about love may be wrong.
