Define “Normal”

We had a great Hello Doc question from a reader*:

Could you define “normal”?

Luckily for Doc Gurley, this question wasn’t a request for a metaphysical definition of human non-weirdness (Doc Gurley, in fact, loves human weirdness), but was, instead, a medical question. In other words, our reader continues –

“I had my vitamin […]

Well Worth It: Allergy-Saver

There have been some great science reviews of practical tips recently! Here is the final of four proven, data-driven studies that you may not hear much about in the main-stream media (usually because of a lack of profit-driven PR). Be sure to forward the Well Worth It information along to those you care about who […]

Upright, Direct Suction

You may ask yourself – in case of widespread disaster, how will you know where neighborhood healthcare providers live?

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If these types of thoughts are keeping you awake at night, read the Doc Gurley post on Do It Yourself Sleep here’s your answer: check mailboxes for boulders of junkmail.

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Pharm Fox in the Health Henhouse!

In a last minute announcement under the Bush administration, one that leaves consumer advocates stunned,

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our FDA (Foolish and Deteriorated Abysmally) has passed a ruling that allows pharmaceutical companies to directly market off-label (translation: unapproved) uses of drugs to doctors. The caveat that’s supposed to make this all okey-dokey (per the industry) […]

A Keeper of a List

Here’s something everyone should have tucked away for future reference – a superb list of the Top Ten

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health search engines in existence, with details about their strengths and weaknesses. Why would you want this list (especially if you’ve never used a health search engine)? These resources are how you find out […]

10 Insider Tips for Dosing Your Drug Dollars

The economic downturn has left even more people struggling to pay for

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their prescription medications. If you’re having trouble, you’re not alone. In fact, almost 40 million of us – especially women – are affected. Here is a round-up of valuable, accurate advice for how to make your drug dollars go further, […]