Posted on June 29th, 2020 by Elizabeth
The Detroit Medical Center is under fire again, this time for alleged flaws within its Sinai-Grace emergency department. Four nurses are suing Tenet Healthcare, the for-profit parent company of the medical center, which runs Sinai-Grace, alleging they lost their jobs because they spoke out about unsafe conditions at the hospital during the influx of COVID-19 […]
Posted on April 29th, 2020 by Elizabeth
Many doctors recommend a daily aspirin to patients who are at a high risk of heart attack. Now, daily aspirin has been tied to a lower risk of some digestive cancers. Should you be taking this over-the-counter med? Only your doctor knows for sure, and sometimes even they don’t make the right recommendation, which leads […]
Posted on March 23rd, 2020 by Elizabeth
Heredity has plenty to do with a person’s risk of high blood pressure, heart disease, and their risk of heart attack or stroke. Lifestyle, of course, also plays a role, especially what you eat, according to researchers. A new study has found that people who follow a vegetarian diet have a lower risk of stroke. […]
Posted on March 19th, 2020 by Elizabeth
A glass of wine a day has been shown to have protective health effects, helping people live longer. Now, in new research, light to moderate alcohol consumption has been found to help minimize the chances of developing Alzheimer’s disease. Is this information helpful or the practice recommended for all people? Your doctor should be prepared […]
Posted on March 16th, 2020 by Elizabeth
There is not much research about cannabis, THC, and CBD in pregnancy, though use of these substances in pregnancy has always come with recommendations for an overabundance of caution. Now, a new study from researchers at Western University and Queen’s University in Canada has found that regular exposure to THC during pregnancy has a significant […]
In July 2020, a financial amnesty period began in Michigan to shield drivers who let their car insurance lapse. Under this rule, they would not...
Michigan drivers can now buy less no-fault medical coverage with their auto insurance policy. For those who want to make this change and save money,...
The Detroit Medical Center is under fire again, this time for alleged flaws within its Sinai-Grace emergency department. Four nurses are suing Tenet Healthcare, the...
