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I have concluded that the discussion of mental health issues has been lost in a modern twilight zone. Historically, African Americans are less likely to openly discuss their mental issues and those of family members and close...
I have been a physician for 37 years and am close to ending my medical career. It has been a privilege for me to have practiced in many medical settings that include rural health centers, penal health systems, military medicine, the...
You should be aware that death from medications used to treat chronic pain is of epidemic proportions in our society. The accidental death of Prince has made this very clear. Patients in South Carolina are not immune from this problem and physicians in the state are...
A signature health tip that has been appreciated by many is “come on (c’mon) man”, a phrase that is very well known to sports fans. During the past several months, I have heard a couple of “come on man” comments that should sound familiar. I’m gonna keep smoking...
I have practiced medicine for many years and have become somewhat enlightened about health disparities that affect African Americans and the underserved. It is apparent to me and others, who have studied health disparities, that some of the guidelines regarding cancer...
Visits to your primary care physician are not always about a pain concern or an issue with your body. During the office visit, your blood work results should be discussed, with you, by the physician. You should have a working knowledge about what your blood is...