Hospitals Are Allowing Medical Students to Perform Pelvic Exams on Unconscious Women — Without Their Consent
It's 2021, and women are still being treated like property in this outrageous practice
What You Need to Know About Obesity
If you or a loved one has obesity, here are some facts to help you understand this common disease
Environmental and Societal Factors, Not Just Diet and Exercise, Contribute to Obesity
Healthcare providers need to look at more than what's on the plate to understand obesity
The Hidden Causes of Obesity
Experiencing mental health challenges and chronic stress can lead to significant weight gain. Stopping the cycle of obesity might start with a therapist.
Eliminating the Obesity Bias in Health Care
Caring properly for people with obesity starts with not judging them
I’m a Pediatrician Who Cares for Transgender Kids – Here’s What You Need to Know About Social Support, Puberty Blockers and Other Medical Options That Improve Lives of Transgender Youth
A gender-affirmative approach and evidence-based medicine allows young transgender people to live in the world as their authentic selves
Important Questions to Ask About Alzheimer’s Disease
Dr. Sharon Allison-Ottey shares what to ask your healthcare provider if you think you're developing dementia or notice signs in a loved one
Alzheimer’s Disease Is Devastating. It May Help To Remember That You’re Not Alone.
Our new Alzheimer's education program can help people understand and cope with this disease
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