We love our smartphones. Probably too much. It’s hard for me to roam around my house, never mind leave, without my smartphone. We rely on them for a wide range of functions, from email and internet access to banking and restaurant reviews. But now a new era is here, and our smartphones are used as medical […]
Is There Gender Bias in Medicine?
As much as we’d like to believe otherwise, men and women are not treated equally. According to the ACLU, “ongoing struggles include ensuring equal economic opportunities, educational equity, and an end to gender-based violence.” But did you know that women are more likely to be misdiagnosed? Or that women may not receive the most effective […]
How Safe are Medical Devices?
You know you’re taking a risk if you’re skydiving or bull riding. But did you know there are serious risks associated with many medical devices? Maybe your diabetes leads to a recommendation for an insulin pump. Or, perhaps years of constant hip pain led you to a surgeon’s office to discuss a hip replacement. Or, […]
Pros and Cons of Hypnosis
It’s crappy to have a serious illness. Not only can an illness make you feel horrible, side effects of your treatments can debilitate you. In order to get better and/or reduce side effects, many patients try complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) treatments. Is this a good idea? Are these treatments safe and effective? This post […]
The Pros and Cons of Yoga and Magnetic Therapy
Having a serious illness is difficult. Nobody wants to feel sick, or deal with side effects of medications and other treatments. In order to feel better, many people try complementary and alternative (CAM) treatments. Is this a good idea? Are these treatments safe and effective? This post provides information on the pros and cons of […]
Pros and Cons of CBD for Medical Conditions
Coping with a serious illness is challenging for everyone. Of course, everyone wants to be as healthy as possible, with as few side effects from treatments as possible. In an effort to improve their health, many patients turn to complementary and alternative medicine (CAM). But do they work? Are they safe? This post provides information […]
Pros and Cons of Naturopathy, Tai Chi and Dietary Supplements
When patients, and their families, are dealing with a difficult, serious illness, it’s natural to want the best chances for a full recovery. Many people consider complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) treatments in hopes of healing and/or reducing symptoms and side effects. But are they safe and/or effective? This post provides information on the pros […]
Pros and Cons of Chiropractic, Osteopathy and Homeopathy
Everyone wants the best outcome when they are sick. And, of course, we all want to get better without having to cope with side effects. Therefore, many patients turn to complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) treatments. But some of these treatments are ineffective and/or dangerous. Education is key! This post covers the pros and cons […]
Pros and Cons of Acupuncture, Ayurveda & Reiki
Naturally, when you are sick, you want to get better as quickly as possible, with as few side effects as possible. Many patients try alternative treatments, but are they safe and effective? Read my recent post to learn general information relating to non-traditional treatments, referred to as complementary and alternative medicine (CAM). This post covers the pros […]
Are Alternative Treatments Safe?
If you (or a loved one) are dealing with a serious medical condition, there’s a good chance you’ve thought about trying complementary or alternative medicine. Perhaps you are wondering if there is anything that might help you heal better and/or faster? Or, maybe you want to reduce your symptoms and/or treatment side effects? There are […]