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Reflections on 2020: You can’t mask this reality

It is deeply disheartening for me to reflect on how health care information was miscommunicated so often by so many different players in 2020.  In my 47-year career, I never saw a President, his Administration, some federal health agency leaders, many elected officials and so many others distort and deceive and mislead Americans so often… Read More: Reflections on 2020: You can’t mask this reality »

Ask the doctor: I’ve been told I have HPV virus. What does this mean?

Q. I recently had my smear test and was informed that I had the HPV virus and would need close monitoring. Thankfully, no abnormal cells were found. Can you explain exactly what this means? What should I be looking out for in terms of cancers? Dr Grant replies:  There are more than 200 types of… Read More: Ask the doctor: I’ve been told I have HPV virus.… »

Pregnant during a heatwave? ONE thing this expert says you need to be doing

With temperatures breaking records, the heat can be uncomfortable – especially if you’re pregnant. Dietitian Laura Tilt reveals how to stay hydrated and why it’s key to managing a heatwave Uncomfortable heatwave still going…. Heatwaves can have serious health implications for some. If you are elderly, sick or pregnant be sure to keep an eye… Read More: Pregnant during a heatwave? ONE thing this expert says you… »