Americans don’t like to talk about mental health or mental illness. And, John Oliver makes...
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Caregiving: Freedom’s just another word for no one left to lose
I was struck recently by an author’s description of her caregiving roles and subsequent losses...
The Five ‘Rights’ Rule for Taking Medications
We all know that both prescription drugs and over-the-counter medications can help keep...
Pain is prevalent among Americans
A recent study from the National Institutes of Health reveals that 40 million Americans suffer from...
Diabetes is common among older adults: Know the symptoms
About thirteen million people with Medicare have Type 2 diabetes, a chronic condition in which our...
Seven questions to ask before scheduling a house call with a...
Without a doubt, many of us would prefer a house call from a friendly primary care doctor than a...
John Oliver: Tobacco companies suing countries to push smoking
John Oliver explains how tobacco companies are making more money than ever, even though Americans...
To prevent medical mistakes and delirium, stay on top of care...
Medical mistakes in the hospital notoriously happen during changes of shift or because of poor...
Health care data: Benefits and risks
If you use a Fitbit or share your medical information in an online support group, you’re part of...
Physical Therapy: Services you can benefit from and services to...
Many of us at one time or another need physical therapy, particularly after a surgery or injury, to...