About 1 in 7 American adults are problemed drinkers, according to data published in JAMA Psychiatry. The new study examined the prevalence of drinking behaviors based on the new definition of alcohol use disorders. The new definition says that problemed drinkers exhibit two of the 11 characteristics on the new Diagnostic and Statistic Manual of […]
Suffering From Knee Pain? Walk on an Incline
A new study out of Ball State University found that walking on a slight incline could help alleviate pain and build strength in patients with knee osteoarthritis. Henry Wang, co-author of the study, said walking has numerous health benefits for people of all ages, but it could be even more important for combating painful knee […]
Campus Doctors Stage Strike in California
Doctors for 10 University of California campus health centers staged a one-day strike last week, saying that administrators have failed to provide their union with the basic paperwork needed to create their first contract. The Union of American Physicians and Dentists said it was the first strike by licensed physicians in 25 years. Physicians at the […]
What The Super Bowl Can Teach Us About Health
Story idea from Laura Peters. Super Bowl 49 lived up to its billing as one of the most anticipated Super Bowls in league history, as the New England Patriots held on for an incredible 28-24 victory over the Seattle Seahawks. Sports can teach us a lot about life, but there were some good and bad health […]
Driving With Your Left Foot After Surgery
There are two questions I get every time a patient prepares for foot or ankle surgery. They are: When will I be able to return to work; and Will I be able to drive. Today we’ll focus on the second question. When you’ll be able to drive after surgery depends on numerous factors: Type of […]
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