Information and Critical Thinking for Your Health
(Snippets from the frontline) The silent doctor Doctors have been described as the best and brightest, and they should be as medical decisions impact the lives of many people. But … Continue Reading →
(Snippets from the frontline) Overdosed by government Opiate overdose is a leading cause of death in our country with addiction destroying lives and families. Many disabled patients however under chronic … Continue Reading →
(Snippets from the frontline) Grace She was a teacher, retiring at age 65 and traveling the world finally seeing countries she passionately illuminated for her students. Grace wanted those she … Continue Reading →
(Snippets from the frontline) Painting a picture Upon admission to a hospital, the doctor you choose has already earned your trust and confidence. Nowadays though, one can be admitted by … Continue Reading →
(Snippets from the frontline) Don’t forget the forgotten There is no place like home. Just not a nursing home. The re-invented name “Skilled Nursing Facility” cannot erase images of screaming … Continue Reading →
(Snippets from the frontline) Surviving war and hospitalization Robert, a Vietnam veteran, returned from the war zone without physical or psychologic scars, and did not adopt the habits of smoking … Continue Reading →
(Snippets from the frontline) Business bandwagon Some of the “best and brightest” have become medical doctors. They endure rigorous training caring for the health and well-being of those ill in … Continue Reading →
(Snippets from the frontline) Re-blending our DNA Seretse Khama, a prince from the African country of Bechuanaland (now Botswana), fell in love with a woman in England after WW II. … Continue Reading →
(Snippets from the frontline) Rolling the dice with chest pain You are awakened with crushing chest pain and brought to the emergency room. Initial testing reveals no heart attack, but … Continue Reading →
(Snippets from the frontline) Medicare HMO is not free Every year during open enrollment, HMOs direct full-page ads toward Medicare patients promoting “free” coverage including medication, glasses, hearing aids, dental … Continue Reading →