Loneliness May Impair Our Ability to Sleep
Posted Tue, 2012/01/31 - 23:23 by Fred Lee
Feeling lonely and isolated can have adverse effects on a person's ability to get a good night's sleep.Patient Insider
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Exercise the Brain to Delay Dementia and Alzheimer's
Posted Mon, 2012/01/30 - 21:35 by Fred Lee
Using and challenging your mind may have tangible benefits over our lifetimes and may protect us from the onset of dementia and Alzheimer's disease.
Hey Doc, Don’t “Friend” Me On Facebook!
Posted Tue, 2011/03/29 - 03:53 by Amer Kaissi
While social media and instant messaging have taken over communication in the modern world, many people are still hesitant to use these new ways when interacting with their own doctor.
What Is Abnormal Blood Pressure?
Posted Fri, 2011/03/18 - 01:42 by Amer Kaissi
New research suggests that current guidelines on what constitutes abnormal blood pressure may be too strict.
Coordination Between ER And Primary Care Doctors
Posted Wed, 2011/03/02 - 22:09 by Amer Kaissi
A recent study suggests that that haphazard communication and poor coordination between ER and primary care doctors can negatively affect patient care.
Alzheimer’s Is Commonly Misdiagnosed
Posted Wed, 2011/03/02 - 22:09 by Amer Kaissi
People who are typically diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease and associated dementia may actually be suffering from other types of problems, according to a new study.
Osteoporosis Drug Associated With "Atypical" Fractures
Posted Wed, 2011/03/02 - 22:08 by Amer Kaissi
A new study suggests that a common osteoporosis drug may be associated with “atypical” fractures for women who take it for longer than five years.
WebMD vs. The Mayo Clinic
Posted Thu, 2011/02/24 - 21:00 by Amer Kaissi
A recent article suggests that a popular medical site preys on its users’ fears and vulnerabilities to sell them half-truths and drugs.
What Are Doctors Tweeting About?
Posted Wed, 2011/02/23 - 10:30 by Amer Kaissi
Doctors may be posting inappropriate messages on their Twitter sites, which is cause for concern.
How Contaminated Are Doctors’ Uniforms?
Posted Thu, 2011/02/17 - 21:36 by Amer Kaissi
A new study suggests that doctors’ uniforms get contaminated with bacteria a few hours after putting them on, but that there is no difference in contamination between short-sleeved and long-sleeved uniforms.
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