I’ve heard a lot about a new generation of weight-loss drugs that have become quite popular. What are they, and how effective are they?
James
Bodywork: The risks and benefits of hormone replacement therapy
A friend who recently turned 50 is beginning to experience some symptoms of menopause, so her physician brought up the possibility of hormone replacement therapy.
OMRF physician-scientist, board member honored by OU
Dr. Judith James receives Dean’s Award for Distinguished Medical Service
Bodywork: Does your doctor’s white coat make you nervous?
I’ve heard that the mere sight of a physician’s white coat can drive up a person’s blood pressure. Is this a real thing?
Changing The Odds
March Today, just 1 in 5,000 experimental compounds proves safe and effective enough to reach patients. For new drugs, the road to hospitals and clinics is steep and long. Researchers screen countless promising compounds, but they choose only a few to begin clinical trials. Of those selected, roughly 9 out of 10 will fail. For that […]
Bodywork: A link between irritable bowel syndrome and gravity?
A friend sent me an article suggesting that gravity might be a factor in causing irritable bowel syndrome. Could this really be true? And if so, what does it mean for people affected by this condition?
