Mixed Topics
Livin' on the MDedge
Charcoal could be the cure for the common high-fat diet
Plus: Brains sleep through noradrenaline waves in one study and get insulted by investigators in another.
Literature Review
Alcohol’s detrimental impact on the brain explained?
“We are finding harmful associations with iron within those low-risk alcohol intake guidelines.”
Feature
Violent patient throws scalding oil on MD; other patient dangers
“Even though he was handcuffed to the bed, he heaved an oxygen tank into a window. He said he would be coming back to kill me.”
From the Journals
Moderate drinking shows more benefit for older vs. younger adults
Nuanced analysis presents risks of alcohol consumption for individuals of different ages.
Livin' on the MDedge
Shift schedule today could worsen that stroke tomorrow
Plus: Feed your soul with online art, feed your “hangry” etymologist, but don’t feed anyone with SARS-CoV-2 from the freezer.
Feature
Doc releases song after racist massacre in Buffalo
Cardiologist-musician Cleveland Francis wrote and recorded a song to honor the victims as “a plea to the other side to recognize us as people.”
Livin' on the MDedge
Mosquitoes and the vicious circle that’s gone viral
Plus: The battle against “Hamptons bladder,” the benefits of avocados, and the friendly way to follow your nose.
Hitting a Nerve
Bored? Change the world or read a book
The mind that keeps working is a powerful tool, driving us forward in all walks of life.
Feature
Doctors still overprescribing fluoroquinolones despite risks
“There probably is overprescription by primary care doctors for urinary tract infections and respiratory infections, when there could be...
Literature Review
Can bone density scans help predict dementia risk?
“What’s novel about this research is that it’s looking at AAC specifically, which can be identified through a relatively simple test that is...
Commentary
For the Fourth of July, a neuroscientist reflects on patriotism
When we rise up and risk our lives to defend our friends, family, or cultural “in-groups,” we are literally fighting to defend ourselves — because...