The HPV vaccine should not be controversial
The national debate is dominated by myths. The vaccine works -- and doctors need to encourage teens to get it
Monday, Oct 3, 2011 3:04 PM UTC 82Life PopRX
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Why children’s hospitals tolerate McDonald’s
There's a childhood obesity epidemic, yet top medical centers welcome fast-food restaurants. Why? Follow the money
Monday, Sep 19, 2011 12:01 PM UTC 62Life PopRX
Why doctors hate online reviews
No one likes being criticized anonymously online -- especially by rating sites that are so unscientific
Monday, Sep 5, 2011 1:01 PM UTC 65Life PopRX, Internet Culture, Medicine
Should doctors treat loved ones?
In film, doctors are often in a race-against-time to save family members. In life, it's a lot more problematic
Monday, Aug 22, 2011 11:45 AM UTCLife PopRX, Editor's Picks
The real reason hypochondriacs drive doctors crazy
They're the butt of jokes on TV, but these patients have serious problems that our healthcare system can't handle
Sunday, Aug 7, 2011 8:01 PM UTC 60Life PopRX, Health
Should we be popping the “Limitless” pill?
The film's cognitive-enhancing drug isn't as far-fetched as it sounds. Embracing these meds may be a matter of time
Monday, Jul 25, 2011 10:45 AM UTC 28Life PopRX, Limitless
What Anna Deveare Smith can teach us about dying
The "Nurse Jackie" actress talks about her new healthcare play and the inspirations for her Showtime character
Monday, Jul 11, 2011 10:45 AM UTCLife PopRX, Nurse Jackie
Is Russell Crowe right about circumcision?
The star called the practice "barbarism," but the latest research points to potential health benefits
Monday, Jun 27, 2011 12:01 PM UTC 250Life PopRX
Did the stars of “16 and Pregnant” talk to a doctor?
Adolescent medicine can be a legal minefield, but we need confidential consultations to keep teens healthy
Monday, Jun 13, 2011 11:01 AM UTC 32Life PopRX, Medicine, Pregnancy
Do doctors and nurses hate each other?
The relationship between the professions is fraught with class and gender issues. I spoke with an expert -- an R.N.
Monday, May 30, 2011 12:01 PM UTC 119Life PopRX, Medicine
Are our kids addicted to technology?
It's one of parents' biggest concerns, but studies show we have less to worry about, and more to be thankful for
Monday, May 23, 2011 12:01 PM UTC 31Life PopRX, Internet Culture
Our overblown paranoia about the Internet and teens
As a pediatrician, I'm often asked about the effects of technology on kids. Here's what parents should know
Monday, May 16, 2011 12:01 PM UTC 29Life PopRX, Facebook, Internet Culture
Why does your doctor hate alternative medicine?
That's the question TV shows and outspoken celebs keep asking, but the truth is far more complicated than that
Monday, May 2, 2011 11:01 AM UTC 74Life PopRX, Medicine
The ad that could help fuel a health crisis
Anti-vaccinationists took out a billboard in Times Square. How can they do that, and why aren't we fighting back?
Monday, Apr 25, 2011 11:01 AM UTC 123Life PopRX, Autism
How TV illustrates a disturbing medical trend
Shows like "Nurse Jackie" show how easy it is to run needless tests -- and one, in particular, could spell danger
Monday, Apr 18, 2011 11:01 AM UTC 35Life PopRX, Nurse Jackie
What movies get wrong about childbirth
Hollywood comically exaggerates delivery room chaos -- and reflects serious questions about pain relief
Monday, Apr 11, 2011 11:01 AM UTC 96Life PopRX, Pregnancy
What pop culture misses about cancer
The powerful disease has never been laid bare like it is in "The Emperor of All Maladies." We speak to the author
Monday, Apr 4, 2011 1:01 PM UTC 12Life PopRX, Cancer, Nonfiction
How drug reps influence doctors
From free pens to elaborate three-course meals, Big Pharma is shameless about promoting itself. Sadly, it works
Monday, Mar 28, 2011 12:30 PM UTC 44Life PopRX
Fact-checking Lady Gaga’s “Born This Way”
If being gay is really genetic, then what accounts for twins with different sexual orientations? Experts explain
Monday, Mar 21, 2011 12:30 PM UTC 62Life PopRX, LGBT
What happened to the doctor’s white coat?
Once a comforting sign of heroism, the cloak has become increasingly unpopular -- much like physicians themselves
Monday, Mar 14, 2011 12:01 PM UTC 69Life PopRX, Medicine
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