Department: Daily Dose

Some facts surrounding SPF and tanning.

What happens when the anesthetist who never makes mistakes admits to one?

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A woman writes of caring for her husband who has terminal cancer, and about dealing with family and friends, and their visits, questions, suggestions, and advice.

As she lies in bed, too sick to get up, a nurse considers life, mortality, and suffering.

Beyond exercise, why is gardening good for you?

A poetic tribute to some healthcare professionals.

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Sometimes the only difference between therapy and toxicity is the dosage.

MedHunters has discovered several new disorders – interestingly, they all involve vacation time!

A look at some of the world's rarest lethal genetic conditions.

We asked some people which healthcare terms they found annoying, offensive, confusing, or just plain disgusting.

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A troubled teen through tough times thanks to some counseling and to grandma biting her tongue.

Have today's doctors lost their magic touch? Dr. Michael Moreton observed it in his mentor Lord Henry Cohen but claims that technology, pharmaceuticals, and litigation have ruined it for his generation. The magic may be gone, but can doctors get it back?

In honor of National Men's Health Week (June 9–15, 2008), here is some information about men's health.

A doctor reflects on becoming a patient with a life-threatening illness.

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Could Ken fit into the tuxedo he'd worn 34 years ago?