Washington Post Takes a Swing at Fentanyl, But Fouls It Off

The Washington Post just published a sweeping 6000-word investigative article about multiple aspects of the fentanyl epidemic. Although the piece gives a very thorough account of multiple facets of our losing battle with illicit fentanyl, it is unfortunate that the...

The Impact of Diet on Cardiovascular Risk

To reduce your risk of a cardiovascular “event,” your doctor will always recommend maintaining a healthy diet and exercise. But how much does a healthy diet actually contribute to risk reduction; is it worth giving up all the “bad” foods that taste so good? A new...

The Cardiovascular Effects of Fire and Ice

As the world experiences more extreme local temperatures, both high and low, scientists wondered whether heat or cold, along with the usual suspected environmental pollutants, was a more significant cause of cardiovascular deaths. Care to guess which it might...

In Praise of Preservatives

What does formaldehyde in baby shampoo have to do with a recent recall of a specialized laundry detergent? The failure to appreciate the need for preservatives in consumer products.  

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