Ellis Parker, MSN, RN, from Level Up RN, discusses the different levels of health prevention—primary, secondary, and tertiary—and the significant role of health determinants. She uses the community…
Most vaccines help the immune system learn to identify and fight off harmful viruses or bacteria before someone gets sick. But, scientists are also creating vaccines to treat…
Healthcare guidelines are supposed to aid physicians in treatment options for their patients, but are they driving up healthcare costs? Richard Amerling, MD, Present-Elect of the Association for…
For many who are severely obese, bariatric surgery can offer an effective way to lose weight. It can also help reduce blood sugar, cholesterol levels and blood pressure.…
Caroline Rhea, comedian/activist, and Elizabeth R. Mueller, MD, discuss what doctors can do for patients who may have overactive bladder. Dr. Mueller stresses the importance of raising awareness for the…
There has been growing concern about the safety and effectiveness of some medical devices in the United States once they are approved by the Food and Drug Administration.…
Samuel Shem, author of The House of God, explains his motivations for writing a play about the founding of Alcoholics Anonymous. Shem describes the success of his patients that…
Bruce Singer, Psy.D., Program Director, Chronic Pain and Recovery Center, Silver Hill Hospital, explains that leaving an “invisible toolbox” for patients with chronic pain syndrome may help them in the…
Bruce Singer, Psy.D., Program Director, Chronic Pain and Recovery Center, Silver Hill Hospital, delves into the cognitive distortion involved in chronic pain syndrome. He recommends patients find their “black duck”…
Clara Knappertz gives a comprehensive report on multiple sclerosis including the definition, symptoms, causes, and current treatments. She also explains the etymology of the name, the history of…
Chris Longhurst, MD, Associate Professor, Stanford Medical School, gives insight on the future of a fully digital healthcare system. By 2020, a nationwide learning healthcare system will allow…
