Ten Ways to Help a Friend Who Has a Struggling Marriage
It's common to know someone whose marriage is in trouble and to be unsure how to help. These 10 practical tips will help you get started helping others. More Information: (more…)
The Ten Commandments of Preventive Medicine – Part 2 – Obesity
In my newest book, 10 Essentials of Happy, Healthy People, I teach people how to utilize the ten essentials that are necessary to live a happy and highly healthy life. Under The Essential of Self-Care, I’ve developed a list of what I call “The 10 Commandments of Preventive Medicine." Here’s the second installment of this ten-part series. More information: (more…)
Will the Swine Flu Vaccine be safe?
At my practice, patients are already asking about the safety of H1N1 (Swine) flu vaccine - event though it's not likely to be out for a month or two. Here's what I am telling them. More Information: (more…)
Congressional Research Service says Obama Bearing False Witness
In this time of bitter partisanship, there are still a few issues that Republicans, Democrats and Independents can agree on. One of those issues is providing taxpayer-subsidized benefits to illegal aliens. The American people are overwhelmingly opposed to the idea. More Information: (more…)
Amazing 4-D Footage of Unborn Baby
A two-hour National Geographic documentary 'In the Womb' is now available on YouTube in 9 parts. Originally aired in 2005, the documentary used revolutionary techniques in computer imaging and 4-D ultrasounds to present stunning images of the developing embryo, taking viewers through the amazing journey of the unborn baby from conception to birth. More Information: (more…)
Chewing Tobacco No Safer Than Smoking
Tobacco users who think it's safer to dip snuff or chew tobacco than smoke are dead wrong, researchers say. A study has found that taking one pinch of smokeless tobacco delivers the same amount of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) as smoking five cigarettes. More Information: (more…)
Christian Doctors Group Warns of New Pro-Suicide Bias in Law and Policy
The Christian Medical Association (CMA), the nation’s largest faith-based organization of physicians, today warned of the potential for pro-suicide ideology to seep into law and government policy. The organization pointed to pro-suicide influence in a controversial Veterans Administration (VA) manual and a section of the main House healthcare overhaul bill. More Information: (more…)
Taxpayer-Funding of Abortions Now the New Roe v Wade of the Abortion Debate
Taxpayer funding of abortions is quickly become the new Roe v. Wade or touchstone of the abortion debate. More Information: (more…)
Abortion Funding Mandate in Health Care Reform
Although President Obama has said there is not abortion funding in the healthcare reform legislation, now both liberal and conservative media sources say he is being disingenuous. Besides, if it's not there, why would all of the proabort organizations be supporting it so heavily? Here's why. More Information: (more…)
The Ten Commandments of Preventive Medicine – Part 1 – Primary Care
The Ten Commandments of Preventive Medicine – Part 1 – Primary Care In my newest book, 10 Essentials of Happy, Healthy People, I teach people how to utilize these ten essentials that are necessary to live a happy and highly healthy life. Under The Essential of Self-Care, I’ve developed a list of what I call “The 10 Commandments of Preventive Medicine." Here’s the first of what will be a ten-part series. (more…)
Hormones beat botanicals for hot flashes but memory may suffer
My patients suffering with perimenopausal or menopausal symptoms often wonder about the safety and effectiveness of hormone therapy or botanicals (such as black cohosh and red clover) to treat their symptoms. Two recent studies will help inform wise decision making for these problems. More Information: (more…)
Women who want to live longer need to become more optimistic
In my new book, 10 Essentials of Happy, Healthy People, (available about 9/1//09I discuss how “toxic attitudes” can lead to disease, dysfuntion, and disorder. Now, a new study shows how optimism, at least in females, can lead to improved health and longevity. More Information: (more…)
Dr. Walt’s newest book and first novel released to very positive reviews
I'm pleased to announce that my first novel, co-written with my dear friend, Paul McCusker, has been released by Howard Books and Simon and Schuster. More Information: (more…)
Perinatal Hospice Care on the Rise
I bet most of you have never heard of "perinatal hospice." A dear friend of mine, Byron Calhoun, MD, is considered the founder of the perinatal hospice movement. I thought this story, written by another friend, Steve Jordahl, would be of interest to most of you. More Information: (more…)
New H1N1 Swing Flu guidelines for businesses
NBC Nightly News last night, in their lead story, reported, "Government health officials have been brainstorming for weeks now, working on guidelines for what is expected to be a rough flu season and this time their focus is the workplace." You'll want to be sure your workplace is prepared. More Information: (more…)
Four lifestyle choices reduce risk of chronic disease 80 percent
Cancer, General Health, Heart Health, Medical Economics, Men's Health, Nutritional Health, Obesity, Woman's Health
What an interesting new study. It concludes that to dramatically reduce your healthcare costs, to lengthen your life, to improve the quality of your life, and, in short, to have a happier and more highly healthy life, you need to “only” do four things. More Information: (more…)
Do you support Obamacare? Don’t miss this!
If you support Obama's nationalization of healthcare . . . if you support his vision of healthcare reform . . . you will find a recent investigative piece from ABC's John Stossel to be devastating to your delusions. If you are opposed to the nationalization or socialization of healthcare, you don't want to miss this. More Information: (more…)
When does life begin?
A fertilized human egg at the moment of conception looks like a simple, single-celled blob no bigger than a pinhead. How can anyone actually consider this invaluable human life? More Information: (more…)
Vegans may have low calcium intake which could impact bone health
If you're a vegan, you likely know the necessity of taking B12 supplements. Now, you may need to add a calcium supplement to your regimen. More Information: (more…)
Sports creams may do little for pain
You know, there are just certain things I've never questioned -- like sports creams help sore muscles or joints. Well, it turns out that one may not be true. More Information: (more…)
Don’t confuse Obamacare with Colorado’s healthcare reform
President Barack Obama’s plan is to push American health care down the path toward socialized medicine. According to a recent Quinnipiac poll, a majority of Americans now disapprove of Obama’s health care plan, and around 75 percent of those polled flatly reject assurances from the White House that Obamacare will be “deficit neutral.” It is against this backdrop that the president arrived in Grand Junction, Colorado, yesterday, to pitch his socialized medical health plan. But, don't be fooled by his rhetoric. More Information: (more…)
What is wrong with end-of-life counseling in healthcare reform?
I was on a radio interview yesterday, where the interviewer asked, "So, what's wrong with end-of-life counseling? I mean, isn't it considered quality medicine for doctors to discuss these issues with their patients? More Information: (more…)
Health Myth #10: Preventive Medicine Saves Money
According to a column by Charles Krauthammer, MD, "Obama (touts) prevention as amazingly dual-purpose: 'It saves lives. It also saves money.' Reform proponents repeat this like a mantra. Because it seems so intuitive, it has become conventional wisdom. But like most conventional wisdom, it is wrong. Overall, preventive care increases medical costs." Can this be true? More Information: (more…)
Americans continue to confront lawmakers at healthcare town halls
In my August 3 blog, I joined other conservative leaders in encouraging you to be sure to contact your congressmen during their August recess back home. I said, “. . . you have August to attend town hall meetings with your representative and senators, stop by their congressional offices, write letters to the editor of your local paper(s), and educate your friends and family members about the dangers of ObamaCare.” Apparently conservatives have heard the message. And, the initial effect has been dramatic and noticed by the national news media. And, more and more of us are politely, but firmly, letting our elected officials know of our concerns. And, we're having an effect. More Information: (more…)
Federal health officials target sugary drinks as largest driver of obesity epidemic
The Boston Globe is reporting that, according to federal disease investigators, "the cost of treating obesity has doubled in the past decade," and "sugar-laden beverages" are "a prime culprit." So, what's this mean to you? Could this story lead to a "first step" for you and your family to lose weight? More Information: (more…)
Surgical techniques may help alleviate migraines
When I first read the medical headlines saying that there was a surgery in which 83% of the patients reported at least a 50 percent reduction in migraines it seemed too good to be true. Now that I've read the study, I'm a believer. But, the surgery is not for everyone. More Information: (more…)
Under Obamacare bureaucrats would play God
In my blog of three days ago, "One side says no ‘death panel’ in health care bill," I showed you an Associated Press story that blasted critics of Obamacare who claim that a “death panel” would make life and death decisions if President Barack Obama’s health care plan becomes law. The story’s lead mentioned a Facebook post by former Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin. Her inflammatory message spoke of a “death panel” that could determine the fate of her Down Syndrome child. Was she right or wrong? More Information: (more…)
10 Reasons Married Women May Not Have A Satisfying Sex Life
Are you married and yet find that your sexual relationship with your spouse has fallen off or is non-existent? Well, you’re not alone. Men and women today have less time for sex than their 1950s counterparts. And it’s estimated that 40 million Americans have what experts call a sexless marriage (having sex less than 10 times a year). So, what are some things you should consider to rev up this critical area of your marriage? More Information: (more…)
Television Viewing Linked to Blood Pressure Increases in Children
In the past I've discussed the studies showing that the more screen time kids have (TV, Internet, video games, cell phone), the more likely they are to be overweight or obese, the less sleep they will get, and the less well they will do in school. Now, new research is showing that children who spend a lot of time watching television have higher blood pressure than those who watch less, even if the children are thin and get enough exercise. More Information: (more…)
White House Reality Check Web Site Doesn’t Dispute Abortion in Health Care Plan
President Barack Obama's administration has released a new web site to supposedly debunk the myths opponents are using to criticize the Congressional health care proposals he supports. Notably absent, however, is any mention of my biggest criticism, that the plans will lead to a mandate for the funding of abortion on demand. More Information: (more…)