Mixed Topics
Commentary
‘Countdown to zero’: Endocrine disruptors and worldwide sperm counts
A urologist makes the case that everyday chemicals are behind the ongoing decline in sperm counts seen in Western countries.
Guidelines
New recommendations address ME/CFS diagnosis and management
Document is based on expert clinician experience in illness that has long been overlooked and inappropriately managed.
Opinion
Not so fast food
If we think nutrition and physical activity are important components of our children’s educations then we must make the time necessary to provide...
Commentary
It’s time for all physicians to have a national medical license
Because physicians’ training requirements don’t vary from state to state, it makes sense. We must take national standardized exams to qualify.
From the Journals
Anaplasmosis quadruples in New York state
“While Lyme disease remains the most common tick-borne illness reported in New York state, anaplasmosis continues to account for a growing...
Med Tech Report
What is the real risk of smart phones in medicine?
Advancements in technology can present unforeseen challenges and even compromise safety.
From the Journals
‘Munchausen by Internet’ crises a warning for all HCPs
“The ease of carrying out Munchausen behaviors makes me think that it must be much more common than it ever was,” said Dr. Marc Feldman.
From the Journals
Androgenetic alopecia fuels negative emotions and poor quality of life
Poor quality of life, but not depression, was significantly impacted by androgenetic alopecia in a meta-analysis.
Feature
How heat kills: Deadly weather ‘cooking’ people from within
Heatstroke not only affects people with risk factors but also young people in their 20s with muscle breakdown markers through the roof, as well as...
From the Journals
Midodrine reduces fainting in young patients
The absolute risk reduction for vasovagal syncope was 19 percentage points in a new study.
From the Journals
FDA’s fast-track approval process exposed as lax, in need of reform
Once drugs are approved through this pathway, they are rarely taken off the market, a new study finds.