Health Pearls
We Summarize Latest Medical and Scientific Studies
It’s easy to be overwhelmed with medical information in the media.
It is often written with the intent of being big on headlines but short on important details. We present that information in a reliable manner so you can be well-informed. We also summarize medical conference news
We hope all the pearls we will be gathering will help you on your journey to good health and happiness!
Fall Prevention: Some Quick Tips
Nov 3, 2014
Falling is a significant cause of injury and death in older individuals. This article elaborates on risk factors for falls and steps that should be taken to reduce those risks. …
Read More → October Health Pearls: Long-term Marijuana Use and Adverse Effects; Fried Food and Gestational Diabetes;Exercise and ADHD; Healthy Diet and Ovarian Cancer Prognosis…
Oct 21, 2014
*1. Long-term Marijuana Use can Lead to Cancers and Schizophrenia** …
Read More → Ebola Overload – Don’t Fear the Gym
Oct 19, 2014
When I was at the gym this week, I started wondering about how I would adjust my routine if we start to see more cases of Ebola. Having heard about…
Read More → All Screening Tests Are Not Created Equal
Oct 17, 2014
Should you have your carotid arteries screened for plaque just because the test is available? The carotid arteries are the large vessels in the neck that carry blood directly from…
Read More → Electronic cigarette Update – More Potential for Addiction and Poisonings
Oct 5, 2014
Since December, 2013, when I wrote an overview of electronic cigarettes, they have evidently gained in popularity in the 18-34 age group. This has become a public health issue for many…
Read More → Reducing Heart Attacks: Evidence that Nutrition and Lifestyle are Key
Oct 3, 2014
We often hear that eating a healthy diet and participating in healthy lifestyle activities lower the risk of heart disease. A recent study again proved this, but what was surprising…
Read More → Postpartum Mental Health: Raising Awareness
Sep 30, 2014
It’s supposed to be this amazing time in your life – you’re a MOM!. A new baby! Maybe it was one that was planned, maybe not. Maybe it’s something you’ve…
Read More → Egg-free Flu Vaccine, Iron and Autism, and Concern About Suicide
Sep 30, 2014
Flublok — The Egg-Free Flu Vaccine for 2014/2015 Flu season An egg-free flu vaccine Flublok is now available for the 2014/2015 flu season to immunize against subtypes A and B…
Read More → Are We What We Eat?
Sep 24, 2014
Every morning I enjoy a cup of dark roast coffee with cream and Sweet N’ Low (saccharin). A recent article in the journal Nature, “Artificial Sweeteners Induce Glucose Intolerance by…
Read More → Lady Docs In the News – Dr. Rebecca Katz and Dr. Bhavana Mistry
Sep 21, 2014
In the past week, Dr Rebecca Katz was interviewed on NPR about the Ebola outbreak and Dr. Bhavana Mistry on WTOP about cavities due to sugar intake, especially from fruit…
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