The People's Perspective on MedicineArticles categorized as Health News
Pills, Prices, and Politics: Will Tariffs Increase Drug Costs?
Americans pay far more for their medications than people in other developed countries. Will there be tariffs on drugs? Will prices go higher?
Show 1308: Saving Money on Prescription Medications
What are the 5 best ways to save money on prescription medications? What about coupons from GoodRx? Learn the pros and cons of coupons.
FDA Says Lose the Triclosan; Use Ordinary Soap and Water
Triclosan is suspected hormone disruptor. Now scientists report that it also interacts with intestinal microbes in troublesome ways.
Have You Stocked Up on Critical Medicines? Why Not?
Have you stocked up on toilet paper and hand sanitizer? What about critical medicines? Many people are preparing to stay home from work if COVID-19 spreads.
Are You Spending Too Much on Extended-Release Pills?
How much is convenience worth? People are willing to drive a little further to save a dime a gallon on gas. What about extended-release vs. instant pills?
Do Faster FDA Drug Approvals Mean Greater Danger?
Do you trust the FDA to make wise decisions about drug safety and effectiveness? A new study in JAMA says that faster FDA drug approvals may not be better.
Is Your Doctor Stressed? Depressed Doctors Are Dangerous!
Is your doctor stressed out, burned out or overwhelmed? Many MDs are beleaguered by a dysfunctional health care system. Depressed doctors are riskier.
Why Do Electronic Health Records Have So Many Mistakes?
Do you read your electronic health records? Most people don't. The really important information is likely missing unless the health system offers OpenNotes.
Is Meat OK to Eat Now? Do Food Flip-Flops Make You Mad?
Public health experts have told us for decades that red meat causes heart attacks and cancer. But new studies question that dogma. Is meat OK after all?
Fish Oil for the Heart? Is It Good After All?
Fish oil for the heart has been on a roller coaster. It has been good for the heart, ineffective for the heart and now, once again, very good for the heart!
FDA Flip-Flops on Nitrosamines in Zantac and Ranitidine
Another week another FDA announcement about nitrosamines in Zantac and ranitidine. The FDA makes a U-turn! Still no recall, though. What should you do?
Is It Now Legal To Import Drugs from Canada?
Saving money on medicines has become a hot political football. There's a lot of smoke but very little action. Can you really import drugs from Canada?
Did The FDA Bury Details About Defective Medical Devices?
Many patients are unaware of the terrible problems associated with defective medical devices. That's in part because data about faulty devices was hidden.
A New Carcinogen Found in BP Meds | More ARB Recalls!
There are new ARB recalls. Camber and Torrent Pharma companies are recalling large lots of losartan. How did this happen? A new carcinogen rears its head!
Can Anyone Explain the Mysterious Disappearance of the FDA Commissioner?
Why is FDA Commissioner Dr. Scott Gottlieb leaving the agency? A few weeks ago he stated unequivocally: "I'm not leaving." What happened to change his mind?
Is Whole Fat Dairy (Milk, Cheese and Yogurt) Good for the Heart?
Do you buy low-fat or no-fat yogurt? Why? Do you like the taste or do you fear the saturated fat in whole fat dairy products? A new study says dairy products are good for the cardiovascular system.
The Drug Industry Hates Efforts to Control Drug Prices
Is it possible to control drug prices? California is trying but the pharmaceutical industry is fighting back. A new law is challenged by PhRMA lawyers.
Public Finally Outraged At Extravagant Drug Prices
Drug prices have been out of control for years but it took the 5000 percent increase in the cost of Daraprim to wake up the American public. What changed?
How Safe and Effective Are Medical Devices?
With little information about safety and effectiveness of medical devices, doctors and patients can only guess whether or not a given device is suitable.
Big Pharma Is Still Giving Doctors Big Money
Pharmaceutical and device manufacturers are still spending a lot on financial ties to health care providers and institutions.
Green Coffee Extract Flames Out
Claims for green coffee bean extract as a weight loss aid are not backed by good evidence according to the FTC.
Low-Carb Diet Leads to More Weight Loss and Better Cholesterol Numbers Than a Low-Fat Diet
New scientific evidence supports the claim that a low carb, high fat diet results in more weight loss and better cholesterol numbers than a low fat diet.
Which Diet Is Best? The One You Can Follow
A review of popular diets found that there were no significant differences between most of them. Sticking to a diet appears to be the key to success.
To Get Kids to Eat Vegetables, Start Them Young!
Children develop taste preferences very early in life. To give them the foundations for lifelong healthy eating, start them on veggies early.
Are the Benefits of Breakfast Just an Urban Legend?
A pair of recent studies suggest that skipping breakfast may not negatively alter your metabolism, but also may not help you to lose any weight, either.
Newest Miracle Use for Old Aspirin–Preventing Recurrent Blood Clots
Australian investigators show that there is significant value in using aspirin to prevent blood clots in patients who have previously had one.
What Cardiologists May Not Tell You about Getting a Stent
An innovative study published in JAMA Internal Medicine found that many cardiologists overstated the benefits and downplayed the risks of stents.
People with High-Risk Colon Polyps Failed to Get Expected Protection from Colonoscopy
For people with high-risk colon polyps, routine follow-up colonoscopies didn't significantly reduce their risk of dying from colorectal cancer.
How Quick Can a Tick Transmit (Ick) Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever?
Brazilian scientists exposed guinea pigs to infected ticks and found that disease could be transmitted to the animals in as little as 10 minutes.
Are Disinfectants Driving the Worldwide Drop in Fertility?
Quaternary ammonium compounds often used as disinfectants have a negative impact on both male and female fertility in mice. Do they affect us, too?
Hot Peppers Show Promise as Protection against Colon Cancer
Mouse research demonstrates the benefits of capsaicin for cancer prevention. Capsaicin hits TRPV1 channels that shut down excess growth factors.
FDA Approves Jublia for Fighting Nail Fungus
Jublia (efinaconazole) is a topical liquid for treating nail fungus. How good is Jublia? Not that great. How pricey is Jublia? Very! Is it worth the cost?
To Keep Knees Working Well, Walk 6,000 Steps Every Day
People who take 6,000 steps or more a day nearly every day seem to reduce their likelihood of functional limitations from knee arthritis.
Veggie Diet Boosts Longevity
Two different studies indicate that people who eat at least three vegetables and two servings of fruit daily–a veggie diet–live longer.
BPA During Pregnancy
When women are exposed to excessive BPA during pregnancy, their levels of thyroid hormone drop, but their baby boys have higher levels.
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