We’ve known for a long time that air pollution spells trouble for those with compromised respiratory systems - kids with asthma or adults with COPD, for instance. And pollutant...
We’re living in a toxic world – air pollution and dementia
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Health Effects of the Environment and Medical System
A selection of Dr. Lavine's articles on Health Effects of the Environment and Medical System...
Herbal formulas effective against Lyme
In 10-20% of those infected with Lyme disease a normal course of antibiotics (doxycycline is most commonly used) isn't effective. And even when antibiotics are effective, they...
Two reasons to avoid a Medicare Advantage plan
Medicare Advantage plans sound good, but they limit which doctors and hospitals you can use and they lock you in, making it difficult to get out.
Knee replacement surgery sometimes leads to long-term regrets
The commonly prescribed procedure of knee replacement, though it helps many, also leads to chronic problems in a significant minority of cases.
What’s wrong with whole wheat flour
Well, first of all, it’s got gluten in it. That’s a problem for a few people. But that’s not the focus of this article. Wheat flour - even whole wheat flour - has plenty of...
The new wave prescription drug crisis?
While opioid prescriptions are decreasing, the use of gabapentin and related drugs is increasing. These drugs have their dangers too.
Acetaminophen overdose
Acetaminophen overdosing presents a significant risk to the public.
The cleaning products you use around the house can be toxic
Our compulsive need for cleanliness carries with it many health risks, beginning with the toxic nature of many of the cleaning products we use in our homes on a daily basis.
Benefits and risks of antidepressant medication
Antidepressant drugs cause a dangerous 33% increase in mortality. Safer alternatives exist.
Why Roundup is dangerous to your health
The active ingredient in Roundup, glycophosphate, damages your enzymes and contributes to chronic disease
Hospital consolidation is bad for your health
Consolidation of health care into large hospital chains is bad for the nation’s health.
Latest research reveals even more questions about the medical model
Four recent studies suggest caution in accepting certain aspects of the medical model.
America’s other drug epidemic – seniors in the hospital
The shocking epidemic of over-medication of seniors.
Harm Reduction vs. Restoring Health: Why Blood Pressure Pills Don’t Make You Healthier
Does blood pressure medication make you more healthy? Allopathic doctors and chiropractors see the question differently.
Poor Sleep – The Hidden Epidemic
An epidemic of poor sleep is walloping the nation’s health. Here’s what you can do about it…
My Brother-In-Law Keeps a Supply in His Golf Bag
Using NSAID’s to alleviate the pain of muscle and tendon injuries will get you back onto the field of play sooner but may lead to poorer results in the long run. Here are some alternatives….
Number One Reason People Call Poison Hotline
The most common reason people call a poison hotline is the use of pain killer drugs.
Science reveals simple steps to health – 4 latest examples
The health breakthroughs we need don’t have to come from a high tech research lab. Four recent scientific articles underscore the value of common sense and public health approaches.
