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In an age where media plays a dominant role in the lives of American children, doctors are recommending that parents establish a media consumption plan for their families. A newly revised policy statement on children, adolescents and the media released on Monday by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) offers guidance for managing kid’s use of media [1].
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Do as I say, not as I do. When it comes to sleep, that’s the attitude of the medical profession. Indeed, a recent study found that interns and doctors are still expected to work ridiculously long hours in hospitals.
iPods and headphones are ubiquitous today. But are they safe?
The media is the predominant source of science information and can have a huge impact on how the public views the risks and benefits of scientific research. If we don’t want public awareness of scientific research to disappear, science needs to be marketed in broader media settings.
Rebecca Taylor reports on a recent study finding that stem cells from bone marrow help reduce stroke damage in mice in a surprising way.
Reader’s Digest shares pharmacy secretes, telling us what to keep in mind the next time you visit the pharmacy counter.
N.B. explores drugs and the free market in an excellent post about the FDA cracking down on unapproved “cancer cures”. Let the buyer beware.
Dr. David Loeb reviews published clinical trial data on Vytorin and cautions against the use of newly approved FDA drugs.
You can teach an old health consumer new skills. Dr. Shock describes a study to increase e-health use among older adults.
