Health Politics. Politics affects health, hospital management, physicians and patients in a big way. Dr. David Samadi will explore major national and global health political issues and debates affecting the patient outcome. Learn what you need to know and get Dr. Samadi's take.
Premed students’ biggest fear is taking the MCAT. After 25 years, the MCAT is being revised, becoming longer (by three hours) and covering a broader range of topics than simply chemistry, physics and biology.
Read MoreSouth Korea reported its first two deaths from an outbreak of Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS) that has infected 25 people in two weeks, as public alarm grew and officials scrambled to contain the outbreak.
Read MoreThe hashtag campaign #FREETHESUNSCREENS on Twitter has created a lot of awareness around May being Skin Cancer Awareness Month and even called on President Obama to join the fight against this very common and aggressive cancer.
Read MoreThe U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued a warning on Friday that a widely used new class of type 2 diabetes drugs may cause high levels of blood acids dangerous enough to put people in the emergency room.
Read MoreOn Monday, the Obama administration released statement that Barack Obama’s Health Care Law requires insurance companies to cover every type of birth control approve by the FDA, without requiring patients to have a co-pay or deductible.
Read MoreColombia suspending use of anti-coca herbicide, glyphosate, over health concerns after scientists identified that it is a known carcinogen.
Read MoreThe supplement industry is considered big business In the US. In 2013 they made $32 billion. and is projected to increase to $60 billion by 2021. But what's really in these vitamins? We explore this major issue in healthcare.
Read MoreLung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death among both men and women in the U.S. In 2014 it was estimated that there were more than 224,000 new cases and 159,000 deaths from lung cancer. Here's what you need to know.
Read MoreWelcome to the eCig generation. A troubling new survey release by the CDC lead us to think so. Parents need to be concerned about the unknown health risks of e-cigarettes. Here's what you need to know.
Read MoreBaltimore's state attorney ruled Freddie Gray's death as a homicide. Here's what you need to know.
Read MoreUNICEF and other organizations are working to make sure major diseases don't start and manifest after the tragic earthquake that hit Nepal, India this week.
Read MoreShould children be required to get vaccinated? Legislators in California are fighting to pass a bill that says so. Is this public health issue more important than the rights of parents. We explore.
Read MoreNo one can argue that the presidency is the most demanding job in the world. But what are the long term health effects of all that stress? We explore.
Read MoreMany parents debate whether or not to vaccinate their children, due to rumors it may cause autism. With the recent outbreak of measles at Disneyland in California, lawmakers have passed a new mandate. Get Samadi's take.
Read MoreThe overall fatality rate for hospitalization following firearm-related injury has been stable at about 8%, with suicide responsible for more than 30% of those deaths. Surprisingly, this affects the U.S. stock market. We explore.
Read MoreTo vaccinate or not to vaccinate? This debate is not only in America but also around the world. Now the Australian government is taking action. We explore.
Read MoreNews broke today that a group of 10 doctors are urging Columbia University to cut ties with Dr. Oz after claiming that much of his advice is without scientific backing. We explore.
Read MoreA new study has revealed some supplements contain a powerful stimulant, BMPEA. What does this mean? Can you trust vitamins? We explore.
Read MoreThe Germanwings plane crash has raised a lot of questions about the mental standards and tests pilots are required to have. It's also opened up the conversation about mental illness and the stigma that comes along with it.
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