How long can you hold this position? — There’s a lively debate within the healthcare community on how best to measure optimal health. Historically, clinicians turned to lab tests and imaging results, things you can see in standard blood work, on X-Rays, CAT scans, or MRIs. Provided numbers were within a specific range, or no anomalies were found…

Thinking it, can make it so — Back in college, one of my professors seemed to have a sixth sense. He had a way of knowing what you were going through, unraveling your emotional state, all from brief encounters. “Good morning Dr. C,” I greeted him entering class. “Hey Bashar, what’s going on? Trouble with your housing…

Convenience or cause for concern? — If you find yourself pondering the health of a nation, ask yourself this question: Which healthcare facilities are growing most rapidly and why? Certain age groups, chronic or acute conditions require specific facilities. Places once relegated to hospitals or hospital wings — dialysis, surgical, and imaging centers — are now…

How have you defied the aging process, Mr. President? — In an effort to repeat the missteps of 2016, CNN granted Donald Trump a prime-time opportunity to rewrite history. In the hours-long program, the former president spoke at length about voter fraud, his stellar record, and never having met the woman a court of law found him responsible for sexually…

It may not diagnose — yet — but ChatGPT just showed up doctors — The study was relatively simple and straightforward. Researchers set out to answer this question: “Can ChatGPT respond accurately to questions patients send to their doctors?” According to the Qualcomm Institute at University of California San Diego, the answer is a resounding yes. …

When “The Iceman” Came to Detroit — Most bodily functions run — and we should all be thankful that they do — independent of thought, or conscious control. From circulation, to our immune response, these, and similar processes are controlled by the aptly named autonomic nervous system. Classified by physiologist John Newport Langley in the early 1900s…

After reading this article, maybe you will too — Stop me if you’ve heard this one before. Despite their public positions and statements, the Democratic establishment is secretly rooting for Donald Trump to win the Republican nomination. That’s right, Democrats would much rather run against Donald Trump, again, than any other Republican. Clinton’s team prefered to run against him…

Reviving a failing ecosystem — It’s one of the most remarkable turnaround stories in North America, if not the world. Just thirty years ago, the Detroit River was in complete disarray. Putrid water, toxic wildlife, and the disappearance of entire species were all hallmarks of a failing ecosystem. …

Sure, you’ll lose inches, but at what cost? — Anyone with an internet connection has likely heard about a certain class of weight loss drugs. On second thought, just by simply being out in the world, you’ve more than likely come across these drugs. Brand names include Ozempic, Wegovy, Trulicity, and Victoza. They came on the scene to treat…