Over the last several years, an increasing number of doctors are helping patients make informed...
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Scientists spin artificial blood vessels in cotton candy machine
It’s hard to imagine but scientists can spin artificial blood vessels in a cotton candy...
Do Prilosec and other PPIs increase people’s risk of...
Millions of people take proton pump inhibitor drugs (PPIs) such as omeprazole (Prilosec)...
To support loved ones who are overweight, be kind
Many of us try to influence our partners and other loved ones to be fit and healthy. But our words...
Nursing homes can be cool places to live: The Eden Alternative
When we think about nursing homes, many of us conjure up images of large, lifeless...
Don’t let your doctor intimidate you: A personal story
It was a balmy fall day last year, when I walked through the surprisingly creaky door of a...
Sanders’ and Clinton’s plans to rein in drug prices
Addressing high drug prices is a top national priority for the overwhelming majority of Americans...
Are women getting the health care they need?
We know that women’s bodies are different from men’s. But, health care research often...
Medicare covers depression screenings
Depression can be crippling, disrupting people’s daily lives and normal functioning. But it...
Tiny houses: The next big thing for older adults?
Many people downsize when they move to a retirement home. Bette Presley, 72, took that idea to an...