The World’s Most Expensive Prescription When we think of expensive prescriptions, most of us imagine high-cost drugs or cutting-edge therapies. But the most costly “treatment” in health care is something far less obvious: a missed diagnosis. A missed or delayed diagnosis can lead to years of unnecessary suffering, repeated visits, wasted testing, and ultimately higher costs for both patients and the health system. The National…
We Don’t Need More Ribbons To Raise Awareness
We Don’t Need More Ribbons To Raise Awareness It seems like every month has one now. Cancer awareness month. September, blue for ovarian cancer awareness, October, breast cancer awareness, January cervical cancer awareness. These campaigns fill our timelines, our grocery aisles, and even our football fields with colored ribbons. Awareness is important, but let’s be honest: awareness alone is far from enough. Take Dana, a…
Should You have a Morning “Ghee Shot” For Your Health?
“Should You have a Morning “Ghee Shot” For Your Health? The morning ghee shot is one of the latest “wellness” trends—but it’s a reminder that not all health hacks are harmless. Nisha, a 34-year-old marketing professional, told her provider she was drinking a spoonful of ghee every morning because “Instagram said it boosts immunity.” She was shocked when her cholesterol panel came back elevated. The…