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Do omega-3 fatty acids prevent cancer or cardiovascular disease?

Posted on November 13, 2019 by drlesliegreenberg

Do omega-3 fatty acids prevent cancer or cardiovascular disease? A study of nearly 25,000 patients found no benefit as primary prevention (someone who does not already have the problem) of cardiovascular disease or cancer. Want more information: New England Journal … Continue reading →

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Interesting nail finding

Posted on November 7, 2019 by drlesliegreenberg

I was teaching at the residency program this week and had an interesting nail finding in a child. The girl had a rash 2 months before on her hands and feet and then all of her fingernails started peeling. She … Continue reading →

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When to potty train?

Posted on November 1, 2019 by drlesliegreenberg

As a physician of a significant pediatric population, I am often asked questions about potty training… when it goes well, it goes well. When it does not, parents think/talk about it for years. When to start potty training? More than … Continue reading →

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Posted on October 23, 2019 by drlesliegreenberg

As an academic family physician, I have taught hundreds of medical students at and resident physicians over my 20+ years of teaching. The article below is a powerful reminder of each of our vulnerabilities and what we think we are … Continue reading →

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Electronic cigarettes.

Posted on September 24, 2019 by drlesliegreenberg

Electronic cigarettes E-cigarettes are popular devices that head a liquid that becomes an aerosol or a vapor.  Are e-cigarettes healthier than smoking cigarettes? Long-term health effects of e-cigarettes are unknown.  They are not known to be healthier.  Despite this, many … Continue reading →

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Burning Man. Musings from the playa

Posted on September 16, 2019 by drlesliegreenberg

Burning Man. Musings from the playa. As I biked around Black Rock City during the 2019 Burning Man Event, I came across so many poignant signs. One that I was especially drawn to was a bright pink lounge with a … Continue reading →

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Burning Man Physician.

Posted on September 9, 2019 by drlesliegreenberg

Burning Man Physician. I recently worked at the Burning Man event. What an experience! I doctored in the main medical tent on the main Esplanade. It was a refreshing experience as the patients were thankful and had varied medical ailments … Continue reading →

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The male exam.

Posted on September 4, 2019 by drlesliegreenberg

The male exam. What is the purpose of the male exam? It should incorporate evidenced-based guidelines, focus on prevention and health care promotion, ask about substance abuse, sexually transmitted diseases, diet, exercise, safety and depression screen. Men aged 50-74 are … Continue reading →

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Here’s a great easy read. Two easy steps to slash health care costs by 75%. And, it’s not (!) Medicare for all.

Posted on August 16, 2019 by drlesliegreenberg

Here’s a great easy read. Two easy steps to slash health care costs by 75%. And, it’s not (!) Medicare for all. I love the sentence reading “…all of that bickering and chicanery goes away.” https://www.marketwatch.com/story/the-us-can-slash-health-care-costs-75-with-2-fundamental-changes-and-without-medicare-for-all-2019-08-15

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Vaccine updates per American Family Physician magazine

Posted on July 18, 2019 by drlesliegreenberg

Do you need an HPV vaccine? Maybe. HPV Vaccine First up was a vote to recommend that HPV vaccination be based on shared clinical decision-making for patients ages 27-45 who have not been adequately vaccinated. The question arose after the FDA … Continue reading →

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