A dad-of-one died just 24 hours after a bungling doctor refused to send him to ER – telling him he had tonsillitis. Michael Reynolds, 29, was told to rest after he initially went to his GP complaining of a sore and swollen throat. He was sent home with a steroid nasal spray, but when his … Read more
As many travelers return from trips with souvenirs of their adventures, some also bring back an unwelcome case of jet lag. Jet lag is a sleep disorder caused by traveling across different time zones in both international and domestic travel. Flying can take a toll on the body, including dehydration, leg swelling, and jet lag in many … Read more
Save yourself a trip to the ER. Dr. Meghan Martin (@Beachgem10), a pediatric emergency medicine doctor with four kids of her own, is calling out the top five “weird summer things” she doesn’t like. Though she admitted some of these things might be “strange” to worry about, she also pointed out that they’re all “fairly … Read more
QUESTION: Hi Dr Zac, I recently saw a viral video claiming the ATO is “killing us softly” through thermal receipts – apparently they’re coated in BPA and other hormone-disrupting chemicals. As someone who handles receipts at work all day (shoutout to retail life), I’m now kind of freaked out. Should we be worried about the … Read more
Forget the monster in your closet — the real nightmare in your bedroom is lurking in plain sight. A Harvard-trained doctor is sounding the alarm, warning that everyday items in your sleeping quarters may be teeming with chemicals, critters and other hidden hazards. In a recent Instagram video, Dr. Saurabh Sethi, a California-based gastroenterologist, revealed … Read more
Although it’s been more than five years since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, the resulting vaccine hesitancy still lingers to this day — something Professor Margie Danchin is committed to helping solve. A pediatrician at the Royal Children’s Hospital in Melbourne, Australia, Danchin is also a vaccine expert at the Murdoch Children’s Research Institute (MCRI), … Read more
Backed up? Dr. Jennale, a primary care doctor with over 275,000 followers on TikTok, recently shared a video that can help get things moving — but, fair warning, she cautions that the trick is dangerously effective. “Be careful where you use this because you might poop right away or within 30 minutes,” she says. Dr. … Read more
A doctor who was one of the bystanders who pulled Malcolm-Jamal Warner out of the water at Playa Cocles in Costa Rica recalled that the “sea was rough” as he broke his silence over the “The Cosby Show” star’s tragic death. After Warner’s accidental drowning, Playa Grande lifeguards confirmed they were “not present” on the … Read more
You love to jet set — but you don’t love the way your gut gets upset. It’s quite a bummer to struggle with constipation, traveler’s diarrhea or indigestion while on vacation. Not everyone is a regular pooper, but for those who are, a break in the routine can significantly affect their bathroom habits. Here are … Read more
When it comes to doing laundry, there are many rules to follow — yet one of the most important ones is what you set your water temperature to when doing a wash. One expert said the hot and cold settings are the two best options — and discourages washing in warm water. To fully kill … Read more
Oscar darling Lupita Nyong’o is stepping back into the spotlight — this time to highlight a condition so common yet so rarely discussed. In a raw, powerful Instagram post on July 15, the actress, 42, revealed a battle she’s been quietly fighting for over a decade. “In March 2014, I won an Academy Award,” she … Read more
Alexandra Gomez Peña was once her doctor’s “boring patient.” But everything changed on a frigid afternoon last winter, when the 48-year-old mother of two — seemingly the picture of health — suddenly became one of nearly 795,000 Americans who suffer a stroke each year. And it was all caught on camera. “Your life can go … Read more
It could be time to pull the plug on your beloved jug. Everyone knows that it’s important to hydrate — water delivers nutrients to cells, regulates body temperature, lubricates joints and helps remove waste. You can’t live without it. Carrying a reusable water bottle ensures consistent hydration throughout the day. The problem is, concerns have … Read more
A new survey found that one in 10 older men have experienced urinary incontinence — but half of those affected haven’t discussed it with their doctor. In a recent double-blinded poll of 2,000 U.S. men aged 60 and older conducted by Talker Research on behalf of Boston Scientific, 11% of the men surveyed reported that they … Read more
The cause of death for Michael Madsen has been revealed. His personal cardiologist has shared that the legendary actor died from heart failure. He was 67. Michael Madsen in “Reservoir Dogs.” ©Miramax/Courtesy Everett Collection His doctor confirmed that heart failure will be listed as his cause of death, with heart disease and alcoholism also being … Read more
Soak up the fun! There are many ways kids can have a blast this summer — swimming, playing in the park, fishing and going to the beach are just a few. Unfortunately, summer is also prime time for child injuries and illnesses. Here are six important precautions for keeping kids safe, including one thing I … Read more
For most Americans, the 4th of July is marked by patriotic celebrations with family and friends — but for some, the festive holiday can end with an unplanned trip to the emergency room. More than 45,000 people visit the ER on July 4 and 5 each year, according to the Pew Research Center — which means Independence … Read more
The lawsuit was for “shellfish” reasons. Singapore Airlines is being sued by a New York doctor, who claims she suffered a “violent” allergic reaction to shrimp she was served on a flight from Germany to her hometown — despite warning staffers that she had a shellfish allergy. The severity of her condition reportedly prompted the … Read more
Social media star Doctor Mike shared his thoughts in a new interview on the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) movement and how he believes the movement can be improved. Board-certified physician and YouTuber Dr. Mikhail Varshavski has been outspoken about his criticisms of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. However, he told Fox … Read more
LOS ANGELES — A doctor charged with giving Matthew Perry ketamine in the months leading up to the “Friends” star’s overdose death has agreed to plead guilty, authorities said Monday. Dr. Salvador Plasencia has agreed to plead guilty to four counts of distribution of ketamine, federal prosecutors said in a statement. They said the plea carries a maximum … Read more