For several years now, I’ve been the social media curmudgeon in medicine. In a 2011 New York Times op-ed titled “Don’t Quit This Day Job”, I argued that working part-time or leaving medicine goes against our obligation to patients and to the American taxpayers who subsidize graduate medical education to the tune of $ 15… Read More: American anti-intellectualism and its impact on physicians »
The caravan of Central American migrants making its way north may well determine the future of healthcare in America. If enough voters are swayed by President Donald Trump’s demagogic demonization of those unfortunate souls—this year’s October surprise—the Republicans will retain control of Congress and the protections and insurance expansion contained in the Affordable Care Act… Read More: Editorial: Climate change and the immigrant caravan's impact on healthcare »
Just like the majority of fruits, apricots are a healthy dietary choice, so you can never go wrong by choosing them as a healthy snack during the day. What you might not have entirely known is that the kernels of the apricots, however, are the ones equipped with most essential minerals and vitamins, contributing to… Read More: The impact apricot seeds can have on your health »
There are a number of good reasons that touching, hugging, and kissing the people we love feels comforting and reassuring. In this Spotlight, we will explore how such displays of affection impact your health and well-being. What are the benefits of affective touch? In this Spotlight, we investigate. When we touch, hug, or kiss a… Read More: Hugs and kisses: The health impact of affective touch »