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All The 'Psych' Christmas Episodes You Can Watch On Peacock

Shawn Spencer might not have had the most conventional childhood — what with his ex-cop father teaching him the ins and outs of scary-specific observational skills from a young age — but that doesn't mean "Psych" never dove into a kid-favorite holiday several times over: Christmas. In fact, it could be argued that grown Shawn (James Roday) is better suited to the fun-filled holiday than his…

This Is What 7 Smoker vs. Non-Smoker Identical Twins Look Like After Years Of Lighting Up

Identical twins may be born with nearly identical DNA, but their choices throughout life – including diet, environmental toxicity, and the chemicals they are exposed to – can alter their genetic expression and influence the way they look. Because identical twins are an excellent study to determine the effects dietary and lifestyle choices may have […]

World Renowned Heart Surgeon Speaks Out On What Really Causes Heart Disease

We physicians with all our training, knowledge and authority often acquire a rather large ego that tends to make it difficult to admit we are wrong. So, here it is. I freely admit to being wrong. As a heart surgeon with 25 years experience, having performed over 5,000 open-heart surgeries, today is my day to …

Tips for Allergy-Free Cooking

For some people, eating or coming in contact with food allergens can be dangerous. See what simple food swaps and kitchen organization tips can help.

What to Expect after Cataract Surgery

Cataract surgery is a safe & effective way of restoring ones vision. There are many experienced surgeons at FLEI that are available for cataract evaluations

Why this physician stopped prescribing birth control

With my scribbled signature I dissolved the boundary that nature had given her to own and protect her own body.

How to Keep a Child From Spitting Out Medicine

Few things in life are as frustrating and worrisome as watching your child spit out the medicine you gave her to help lower her fever, stop her terrible cough and just make her better. Most parents have been in the same situation, and it never ceases to worry any of them. You know that with this medication, you can help your child feel better, feel...

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Is it a Cold or is it Allergies?

Is it a Cold or is it Allergies? - Every year in the Spring many suffer from seasonal allergies or colds/viruses.

Is a cosmetic surgeon a plastic surgeon?

When a patient begins a search to find a plastic surgeon, one of the most common things he or she is not aware of is that there is a difference between a plastic surgeon and a cosmetic surgeon. Cosmetic surgery is performed by many physicians, and unfortunately, some are not under the guidance of a properly credentialed board.

Allergy Dos and Allergy Don'ts

Should you put your life on hold because of allergy symptoms? Read our guide to allergy dos and don'ts, so sniffling and sneezing don't ruin your life.

When is a food allergy not really an allergy?

For a variety of reasons, some children may be labelled with a food allergy, but actually not have that particular food allergy

How to Combat Allergies

It is allergy season, and while it might seem hopeless to combat the scratchy throats and stuffy noses, there are ways to help. reduce symptoms.

Do Physicians Trust Physicians to Make Medical Decisions?

Milton Packer wonders how pervasive the mistrust of U.S. medicine might be

Physician happiness: 4 strategies for improving physician wellbeing

Understanding the factors influencing physician wellbeing can help healthcare facilities improve physician happiness and increase retention.

How to Test for Allergies

Allergy Doctor | How to Test for Allergies | For more info on allergies and allergy testing, you should contact the doctors at National Allergy & ENT.

Ask the Allergist: Food Allergy or Oral Allergy Syndrome?

Q: People with pollen allergy sometimes feel an allergic reaction after eating certain fruits, vegetables or nuts. Is this a food allergy or something else? Maeve O’Connor, MD: It could be...

How will I be tested for an allergy?

Percutaneous (prick) testing, intradermal testing and RAST testing are the methods used to determine what allergens people are allergic to.

Allergies and Asthma: Is There a Connection Between Asthma and Allergies?

Allergies and asthma can cause similar symptoms, like coughing, but they are quite different. Is there a connection between the two?