Wellness Experts
The End of the Routine Urinalysis?
Your recent 'Ask the Experts' article about using urinalysis to diagnose urinary tract infections made me realize that my doctor no longer includes a routine urinalysis in my annual...
Do You Need a Measles Shot?
With the resurgence of measles in the U.S., should I get vaccinated? I am in my sixties and can’t remember having had measles or getting the vaccine previously. Or...
Clean Urine Sample for Clear UTI Diagnosis
I recently gave a urine sample at my doctor’s office to check for a urinary tract infection, but was told the sample was contaminated and therefore unusable. My doctor...
The Allure of the Air Fryer
I just bought an air fryer. Is this really a healthier way to cook—or just a lot of hype?
These countertop cooking devices, whose creation for commercial use in the...
Enlarged Lymph Nodes After a Covid Vaccine
My sister had enlarged lymph nodes seen on a mammogram that were ultimately attributed to a recent Covid vaccine but caused her much worry in the meantime. Can the...
What is a Naturopath?
A friend of mine recommended I see a naturopath for my headaches. What exactly are naturopaths, and how qualified are they to treat medical conditions?
They are practitioners of naturopathy...
Duck: Good, Bad, or Somewhere In-Between?
I saw duck fat spray at my local supermarket for the first time. That got me wondering—how healthy (or unhealthy) is duck compared to other types of poultry?
It’s a...
Hi Hiatal Hernia, What’s Up?
I’ve been told I have a hiatal hernia that is causing my heartburn. What can I do about it?
A hiatal hernia doesn’t cause heartburn, but it is often associated...
Why Is My Voice Changing?
My voice seems to be changing as I get older. Is this normal?
Vocal cords age along with the rest of the body. These twin bands of connective tissue are...
What Is an Endodontist?
I always go to my family dentist for cleanings and fillings and other basic dental work. Some of my friends have gone to an endodontist—but I’m not sure for...
