Health News

Refusing to Treat Patients

February 26, 2015

Refusing to treat a patient because they, or their parents, are gay is illegal in some states, unethical and immoral in all states.

Antibiotic Resistant Superbugs

February 19, 2015

A new serious antibiotic resistant bacteria was found in patients who underwent endoscopy at UCLA. Here are 5 things to know about superbugs and 5 things to do about them.

Physician Assisted Suicide: It isn’t that Simple

February 12, 2015

Physician assisted suicide is in the news again – but it isn’t a simple story. There are always many factors and complications to balance and weigh. It’s a discussion we shouldn’t be having in courtrooms.

Fraudulent Supplements Targeted by NY Attorney General

February 4, 2015

Supplements have been found to not contain ingredients they were labeled with. NY Attorney General sends cease and desist letters.

Three Great Foods For Your Party

January 30, 2015

Snacks for your party? Whether you’re celebrating the big game, or just entertaining some friends, here are three snacks that will make all of your parties a lot healthier.

Measles Outbreak and Anti-vaccination Crowd

January 28, 2015

The measles outbreak from Disneyland and in the Hockey league have brought out the anti-vaccination crowd. Vaccination success depends upon a herd immunity.

Vagal Stimulator for Obesity: Lifestyle Wins

January 15, 2015

An implanted vagal stimulator for weight loss has been approved by the FDA. While some state that this may not be for everyone, there is a population that this might benefit. The question is finding that group.

Super Antibiotic for Superbugs: We Can’t Win this War

January 9, 2015

The new antibiotic recently discovered may provide a powerful weapon in our arsenal against bacteria that have become resistant to antibiotics. But we need to be careful, because the “friendly fire” of this antibiotic may harm us.

Seven Deadly Flu Myths

December 15, 2014

A list of seven deadly flu myths that keep people from getting vaccinated and will make the flu season more miserable for you and your family and friends. Influenza is one of the ten most common causes of death in the US.