Healthy Living
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.
Surviving a mass shooting: 4 life-saving tips
Jedidiah Ballard, DO, an osteopathic emergency physician and former Army Ranger battalion surgeon, offers advice for staying safe and helping others amid violent chaos.
How to find out if your doctor gets paid by pharma
Understanding how much money a physician has received from pharmaceutical companies is important, especially for patients who might wonder if a prescribed medication is truly necessary.
Insect Repellent is the New Sunscreen
With Zika virus outbreaks raising concerns about mosquito-borne illnesses, using insect repellent to prevent bug bites has become just as… Read More ›