Healthy Living
Primary care: It’s safe and essential, especially amid COVID-19
At the start of the COVID-19 outbreak this spring, many patients were apprehensive about seeking in-person medical care. One study… Read More ›
Medicine on the Move
The dramatic growth of osteopathic medicine continues, according to the 2019 Osteopathic Medical Profession report. Today, the total number of… Read More ›
How to Choose a Primary Care Physician for Yourself and Your Family
Are you in the market for a new primary care physician for yourself or your family? Maybe you just moved,… Read More ›
71% of Americans Report Good or Excellent Health and Wellness
A survey assessing Americans’ health-related behaviors and attitudes found 71% rate their overall health and wellness as good (54%) or… Read More ›
Clearing Up Adult Acne Myths
Zits and pimples are generally thought to be a problem for teenagers with raging hormones and fast-food diets. However, adult… Read More ›
You’re Probably Hydrating Wrong
The popularity of large, portable water bottles may mean people are drinking more water, but volume can be misleading. When… Read More ›
Less Sleep Linked to Obesity in African Americans
A new study examined associations between body mass index (BMI) and reported amounts of sleep, using data from 3,778 African… Read More ›
Are you treating jellyfish stings with the right liquid?
An estimated 150 million people are stung by jellyfish globally each year. In most cases, the sting is painful, but… Read More ›
Recognizing and Raising a Transgender Child
Transgender people make up a small percent of the population; estimates range from .6% to 3%. One reason this group… Read More ›
Regular cannabis use makes some medication less effective
Patients who regularly use cannabis can require more than two times the usual level of sedation when undergoing medical procedures, according to a JAOA study.