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Less Sleep Linked to Obesity in African Americans

Chronic Conditions, General Information, Staying Informed

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?

General Information, Preventive Care, Public Health, Staying Informed

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

Family & Pregnancy, General Information, Lifestyle, Mental Health, Uncategorized

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

General Information, Lifestyle, Staying Informed

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

General Information, Public Safety

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

General Information, Staying Informed

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.

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Insect Repellent is the New Sunscreen

General Information, Preventive Care, Public Health, Public Safety, Staying Informed, Women's Health

With Zika virus outbreaks raising concerns about mosquito-borne illnesses, using insect repellent to prevent bug bites has become just as… Read More ›

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