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Blood Test May Be Helpful in Cancer Screening
It's not too uncommon for a patient to ask me "Can you screen me for cancer?" If it were only that simple. As medical providers, we try to practice
Have you heard of GERD?
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) is reported to affect a third of Americans. While there are medications like proton-pump inhibitors (i.e.
New Info Emerges on Cause of Vaping Incidents
If you have been paying attention, you have likely heard of the rising concern surrounding vaping. Over the past few months, it seems like a new case
Hepatitis A Outbreak: What You Need to Know
What is Hepatitis A? Hepatitis A is a viral liver disease that can cause mild to severe illness. Symptoms can range from nausea, vomiting, abdominal
Is Anonymous STI Notification Sending the Wrong Message?
I recently had a patient come into the office for STI (sexually transmitted infection) testing because he had received an anonymous text message
Can Weight Loss “Cure” Diabetes?
I often tell patients that diabetes will change your life. In fact, it must: you will have to change the way you eat, what you eat, how you eat, etc.
Diagnosed with HIV, Now What?
Getting tested for HIV can be an anxiety-provoking experience for many gay men. Decades of stigma paired with misinformation and antiquated knowledge
Does Intermittent Fasting Live Up to the Hype?
In 2017, I was asked "does the ketogenic diet work?" In 2018, I was asked "does intermittent fasting work?" Well, the science shows that both can help