Preventive Medicine

News, Emotion And Reasons For Mammography

Dr. Elaine Schattner | Posted 12.08.2009 | Living


Dr. Elaine Schattner

I'm skeptical of the task force findings on mammography as practiced in 2009. I'm concerned, further, that this new soft thread in the discussion is dangerous, leaving sensible women defenseless.

Breast-Feeding May Protect Moms' Health

usatoday.com | Posted 12.04.2009 | Living


Breast-feeding may offer mothers long-term protection against a condition linked to diabetes and heart disease, researchers report today....

Engaging With Health Care: How A 'Going Healthy' Movement Can Save America

Erica Jain | Posted 11.30.2009 | Living


Erica Jain

A "going healthy" movement would synergize an individual's relationship with the health care system -- empowering individuals to take control of their health instead of delegating issues to governments.

Should Insurance Companies Pay For Preventive Care?

Tara Stiles | Posted 11.20.2009 | Living


Tara Stiles

It's all where your priorities are. You have to want it for yourself. A regular practice puts you back in touch with you. You don't need all the stuff to be happy.

Oprah Fitness Guru Talks About Diabetes (VIDEO)

Posted 11.09.2009 | Living


Bob Greene, Oprah's fitness guru, shared tips from his book The Best Life Guide to Managing Diabetes and Pre-Diabetes on Good Morning America this mor...

Turmeric 'Kills Cancer Cells'

BBC NEWS | Posted 10.28.2009 | Living


An extract found in the bright yellow curry spice turmeric can kill off cancer cells, scientists have shown. The chemical - curcumin - has long been ...

The Mercury Mischief: As Obama Warns of Hazards, The FDA Approves Mercury Dental Fillings

Ellen Brown | Posted 09.28.2009 | Politics


Ellen Brown

If we are going to have "smarter medicine" that really keeps people well, we need to get politics out of medicine. We need a government agency that explores and funds solid research independently of lobbies.

Caution America: Your Economy Needs You Sick; the Sicker the Better

Karen Kisslinger | Posted 05.15.2009 | Living


Karen Kisslinger

"It's crazy to watch obese, diseased people line up to buy bags full of prescription drugs in the same shopping cart they are buying bags full of candy to celebrate the Easter holiday."