John Roberts
New Medical Technologies
Emerging medical technologies are transforming the way we diagnose, treat, and prevent diseases. Innovations in robotics, genetic engineering, personalized medicine, and regenerative therapies are reshaping the medical landscape, offering new hope for patients and increasing the efficiency of healthcare providers. These advancements are not just futuristic concepts; they are already being implemented in offices and…
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Artificial Intelligence Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming medicine at an astonishing pace. From improving diagnoses to streamlining administrative tasks, AI has the potential to make healthcare more efficient and accessible. While AI will never replace doctors, it is quickly becoming a powerful tool that enhances human decision-making and improves patient outcomes. In his book Deep…
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Are Antibiotics Necessary? When we get sick with an infection, many people assume that antibiotics are the best and fastest way to recover. However, this is not always the case. Antibiotics are powerful medications designed to fight bacterial infections, but not all infections are caused by bacteria. Many are due to viruses, fungi, or other…
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Osteoporosis Osteoporosis is a condition that weakens bones, making them fragile and more likely to break. It is often called a “silent disease” because people usually do not know they have it until they experience a fracture. This disease affects millions of people worldwide, particularly older adults and postmenopausal women. Understanding osteoporosis is essential because…
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Gout Gout is a condition that has been recognized and documented for centuries, often referred to as the “disease of kings” because of its association with rich foods and alcohol. However, gout is far from a condition exclusive to royalty or indulgence. It is a form of arthritis that affects millions of people worldwide, causing…
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GERD Part 2 I left you hanging last week wondering about the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). First, a quick review: Recall that acid from the stomach (gastro) can enter the tube that connects the mouth to the stomach (esophagus) and flow backward (reflux). When I see someone complaining of GERD symptoms, I review…
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Norovirus You may have read that cases of Norovirus are really ramping up in America. I have been asked to rerun my column on this nasty virus. Most people describe these infections as “stomach flu.” This term, however, can be misleading. Unlike the seasonal flu that affects the respiratory system (also on the increase), the…
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Colorectal Cancer Screening Screening for colorectal cancer (CRC) has become increasingly common thanks to growing public awareness and campaigns like the CDC’s Screen for Life Action Campaign. Each year, over 150,000 new cases of CRC are diagnosed, and about 53,000 people die from the disease. This makes CRC the third deadliest cancer in men, after…
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Ovarian Cancer Ovarian cancer is a particularly concerning illness because it is often diagnosed at an advanced stage, making it more difficult to treat effectively. By the time most women are diagnosed, the cancer has already spread beyond the ovaries into the abdominal cavity or nearby lymph nodes, which is considered stage 3. This delay…
Read MoreExercise Is Not Just For The Young
By: John Roberts “All parts of the body if used in moderation and exercised in labors to which each is accustomed, become thereby healthy and well developed, and age slowly; but if unused and left idle, they become liable to disease, defective in growth, and age quickly.”-Hippocrates Few things benefit the body more than maintaining…
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