Study Debunks Operation to Prevent Strokes
I’m sorry to see that this attempt also failed. I discussed the failed use of stents to prevent strokes here. But I just want to...
First Do No Harm: Even Vitamins May Harm
I have been meaning to write about these recent studies for awhile. I will just direct you to the New York Times blog that covers...
Prostate Cancer Test Under Attack
There is more evidence for the “over kill” of the PSA test. This NYTimes article lays it all out and it’s heartbreaking for those who...
Bisphosphonates require caution, new labelling for Fosamax, Actonel, and Boniva
To file under “Beware of Blockbuster Drugs.” See previous post entitled :Drugs causing the problems they’re supposed to prevent Stronger Cautions Backed on Bone Drugs...
Breast Cancer Rates in Marin County
I made dinner for some friends last night and my friend who is also an alternative Medical doctor alerted me to the results of this...
Stents Fail to Stop Strokes in Study
I would say “oh well,” except strokes are a serious and can be extremely debilitating so it’s a tragic study. Again, I think we’ll find...
Anti bacterial Soaps: Doing More Harm Than Good?
This is a long and complicated topic, so I’ve hesitated to wade into it. But since my default setting is to be wary of new...
Dutch Study: Patients whose GP knows Complementary Medicine Have Lower Costs and Live Longer
To be filed in the “First, Do No Harm” category… Eur J Health Econ. 2011 Jun 22. Patients whose GP knows complementary medicine tend to...