Ever hear of tonsil stones?
Recently, a friend asked me about tonsil stones. He has sore throats several times a...
Sexual violence can cast a long shadow on health
Sexual violence occurs throughout the world. A simple definition is any sexual act for which...
Midlife ADHD? Coping strategies that can help
Trouble staying focused and paying attention are two familiar symptoms of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder...
Want a calmer brain? Try this
For neuroscientist Sara Lazar, a form of meditation called open awareness is as fundamental to...
Does drinking water before meals really help you lose weight?
If you’ve ever tried to lose excess weight, you’ve probably gotten this advice: drink more...
Could imaging scans replace biopsies during prostate cancer screening?
Abnormal results on a prostate-specific antigen (PSA) screening test for cancer are typically followed by...
Ever worry about your gambling?
Are online gambling and sports betting new to your area? Are gambling advertisements catching your...
Can probiotics help calm inflammatory bowel disease?
Approximately three million Americans have inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). IBD is an umbrella term for...
Do tattoos cause lymphoma?
Not so long ago, a friend texted me from a coffee shop. He said, "I...
Medication side effects: What are your options?
Medications can provide a host of health benefits. They may prevent or eliminate a disease....