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Are You Reading Too Much into Research Studies?
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Are You Reading Too Much into Research Studies?

Aaron J. Fisher, PhD | November 5, 2018

Medicine is moving away from one-size-fits-all, but research is lagging. Even well-meaning studies get it wrong and their findings could hurt you.

Does Your Insurance Company Know Too Much About You?
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Does Your Insurance Company Know Too Much About You?

Charles Inlander | October 30, 2018

Health insurance companies can retain your medical records under certain circumstances. Here’s what they can do with your private health info.

Fix It from the Inside Out
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Fix It from the Inside Out

Sarah Hiner | September 20, 2018

Why do we tolerate “Band-Aid fixes” in our lives? They may work fast, but they don’t work right.  Bottom Line Inc’s CEO Sarah Hiner explains.

Never Leave a Loved One Alone in the Hospital
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Never Leave a Loved One Alone in the Hospital

Sarah Hiner | May 17, 2018

If you love someone, don't leave him or her alone in the hospital. Bottom Line Inc's CEO Sarah Hiner shares her personal experiences and advice.

Patient “Advocates” You Can’t Trust
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Patient “Advocates” You Can’t Trust

Adriane Fugh-Berman, MD | May 13, 2018

Beware: Some patient-advocacy groups are fronts for drug companies. How to get independent health information you can trust.

Check That Medical Bill
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Check That Medical Bill

Charles Inlander | March 12, 2018

Mistakes on your medical bill are not just a problem for your insurance company. They could be costing you money!

How to Choose the Right Medical Advocate
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How to Choose the Right Medical Advocate

Charles Inlander | February 13, 2018

There may be times when you can't make your own medical decisions, so it's crucial to designate a trustworthy person. Here, some points to consider...

We’re Mad As Hell and You Should Be, Too!
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We’re Mad As Hell and You Should Be, Too!

Charles Inlander | January 14, 2018

Almost EIGHT years, ago we published an eye-opening report titled Does Your Physician Have a Hidden Conflict of Interest? In…

Meet the Expert: Dr. David Sherer
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Meet the Expert: Dr. David Sherer

David Sherer, MD | September 15, 2017

David Sherer, MD, is an American physician, inventor, and author. He currently practices anesthesiology in the suburbs of Washington D.C.…

The Truth About Hospital Tests
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The Truth About Hospital Tests

David Sherer, MD | September 14, 2017

Hospital patients typically are subjected to a battery of medical tests, and it can be difficult to tell if all…

Are Second Opinions Worth It?
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Are Second Opinions Worth It?

August 16, 2017

Not every medical condition or disease can be diagnosed right off the bat. And sometimes, one illness can masquerade as…

When Medical Opinions Conflict
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When Medical Opinions Conflict

Charles Inlander | August 9, 2017

If you’ve got a medical problem, you need to feel certain that your doctor knows what’s wrong with you and…

How To Get Your Medical Test Results Much Faster
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How To Get Your Medical Test Results Much Faster

Charles Inlander | March 28, 2017

Sometimes, waiting for your medical test results can cause more anxiety than the actual findings. That’s particularly true if you…

If You Get Sick While Flying…What Really Happens During an In-Flight Medical Emergency
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If You Get Sick While Flying…What Really Happens During an In-Flight Medical Emergency

Christian Martin-Gill, MD, MPH | March 13, 2017

It’s a terrifying thought—what happens if you’re in an airplane and suffer a health crisis at 36,000 feet? Who will…

Ice Bucket Breakthrough
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Ice Bucket Breakthrough

August 18, 2016

Remember the Ice Bucket Challenge in the summer of 2014? Every time you turned around, social media was showing someone…