Speaking of Wellness
The Wellness Letter Turns 40!
Forty years ago, in October 1984, a wild idea that had been gestating for some time came to fruition with the very first issue of the University of California,...
Is Concierge Medicine Worth the Price?
Looking back on my years caring for patients, one thing I always wished for was time—more time to spend with each individual during an office visit, without the pressure...
Stuttering: The Courage to Conquer
What causes stuttering, how is it treated, and does it indicate any kind of underlying cognitive issue?
Stuttering (also known as stammering) is a disruption in the normal flow and rhythm...
Trust Your Doctor Over a Chatbot
Chatbots can instantly offer answers to your burning questions, but if you’re looking for medical advice, stick with your doctor. That’s my advice after reading a recent study in...
Healthwashing: Don’t Be Duped
I can still recall hearing some tall tales about food when I was a child. Carrots would give me eagle-eye vision, and spinach would supply me with Popeye-like biceps....
Curbing Pedestrian Deaths
If you’re a driver, accustomed to all the safety features of today’s cars, it may be difficult to imagine a time when car occupants hurtled down highways without so...
The American Heart Association Turns 100!
You would be hard pressed to find an American adult who hasn’t heard of the American Heart Association. But while we may have heard of it, many of us...
Climate Change: Bad for the Planet, Bad for Humans
The planet is getting hotter, and 2023 was no exception. In fact, in the 174 years since global temperatures have been documented, 2023 was the hottest year ever recorded....
The Annual Wellness Exam: An Ounce of Prevention
On National Public Radio, there used to be two brothers, “Click” and “Clack,” who would talk about cars. Their show, Car Talk, was funny, and you could learn a...
Are We All Impostors?
Do you ever feel as if you’re a fraud, you’re not as smart or accomplished as others perceive you to be, or you “lucked into” your successes rather than...
