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Your Questions on Marijuana, Myths and Facts Answered the Straight, No Chaser Way, Part 1
The truth of it all is that politicians are a terrible source of scientific and medical information. There are actually legitimate concerns about the use and legalization of mariju
Ask the Question – at 844-SMA-TALK!
When you get to the doctor’s office or the emergency room, you’re going to tell the doctor what you’ve been experiencing and then ask a question. What’s wro
Straight, No Chaser: Weeding Through the Basics of Marijuana Use and Intoxication
Let’s start by getting the obvious out of the way. For those of you who keep asking me: Yes, I’m finally discussing the use and effects of marijuana. In this series, we will r
Personal Healthcare Consulting
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Straight, No Chaser: Self Assessment of Alcohol Dependency
The number one response to the post on acute alcohol poisoning was pretty simple: “How can I tell if I’m drinking too much over the long haul?” And so it’s
No Gurnee Needed
If the paramedics didn’t bring you in on the stretcher, there’s a good chance—greater than a 70% chance, in fact—that you can stay home and contact us for medical a
Straight, No Chaser: When Alcohol Becomes Toxic – Or Deadly
Ok. We now know the teams playing in the Super Bowl. Maybe you’ve already begun planning the party or have identified where you’ll be watching. Well, forewarned is forearmed. I
The ER ISN'T as Sexy as You Think!
Yes, ER docs are the best. However, here’s my free advice for the day. Skip the ER trip if you can. You won’t find Clooney in the ER. What you will find is a longer
Straight, No Chaser: So What Do I Need to Know About the Prostate?
Continuing in our review of topics of Men’s Health, today we explore the prostate. There are generally five questions people ask me about the prostate, so let’s take the ti
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Straight, No Chaser: Maintain Healthy Testosterone Levels Without Replacement Therapy
Male virility is a fascinating topic medically. It is truly an example of how confidence and mental fortitude (or the absence thereof) can directly translate into physical performa
ER as Quick Fix: I Get It!
Knowing there’s an ER nearby creates peace of mind. You can get immediate and effective care when something goes terribly wrong. So it makes sense that you’d run over
Straight, No Chaser: The Specter of Low Testosterone
Are you someone who had never heard of Low-T until recent commercials starting telling you that you weren’t normal? Let’s review what all the fuss is about. As most people know
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Straight, No Chaser: The Top 50 Things I've Learned in 50 Years on Earth Related to Health (Part II)
I could muse on my observations on human nature forever. I’ve been very fortunate to have had this front row seat to life’s quirks and nuances. You can go here for the
The Price of a Pill, The Price of Peace of Mind
Do you know how much over-the-counter pain medicine costs as line items on your ER bill? Have you ever heard of the $12 Tylenol? Snoop around on the Internet and see how much you w
Straight, No Chaser: The Top 50 Things I've Learned in 50 Years on Earth Related to Health (Part I)
Thank you for your indulgence, because today I’m going to deviate from the regular routine and share some life lessons. This took a while to figure out, but here’s a li
Pain in the Tooth?
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Straight, No Chaser: How's Your Dental Hygiene?
If you ignore your teeth, they’ll go away. Working in an emergency department is interesting for many different reasons. One thing in particular I’ve noticed over the years is
You May Be One of the Fortunate Ones
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