Dr Arefa Cassoobhoy highlights a new study that explores the relationship between alcohol and dementia.

In most cases, medical treatment decisions for children are made without much conflict between parents and physicians. Sometimes, however, there is an issue. Should parental authority be overridden?

The sexual abuse of members of the US gymnastics team underscores why such events should be reported. Here's why it's also important to tell patients what to expect during a physical examination.

Dr Arefa Cassoobhoy highlights a new study that explores the debate between low-carb and low-fat diets.

'There is absolutely no reason for an American civilian to own functional military-style weaponry and ammunition in 2018.'

Irreproducible results published in journals are misleading, irresponsible, and costly, and it is up to researchers and publishers to resolve this problem now.

In this month's Critical Issues in Primary Care, Dr Fabrizia Faustinella describes two cases where critical listening during the patient history revealed 'red flags' that had been previously missed.

Dr Arefa Cassoobhoy highlights a study that further links migraine and cardiovascular disease.

A former Aetna CMO said in his deposition that he never looked at patients' medical records in reviewing appeals for coverage. Should there be more transparency when coverage decisions are made?

Dr Arefa Cassoobhoy comments on a study showing that people often take excessive doses of ibuprofen and other NSAIDs for the relief of pain.