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How to find the best doctors
According to the American Osteopathic Association, the majority of Americans do not prioritize quality outcomes when selecting their medical providers. Instead, they consider the following factors to be the most important: Acceptance of insurance plan (83.3%) Bedside manner/empathy (60.5%) Proximity of office to home, work, or school (57.4%) Convenient office hours (42.9%) Medical specialty (37.5%)…
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How Singapore Became the Latest Blue Zone
Singapore, renowned for its bustling streets and mouth-watering dishes, has quietly and deliberately added another feather to its cap: becoming a blue zone. If you’re not watching the trending Netflix documentary, here’s a rundown: a blue zone describes a region where people live notably longer and healthier lives than the rest of the world. From…
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How profit incentives control your cancer care
How one of the largest oncology groups in America blatantly traded cancer patients’ welfare for profit.
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How corporate lobbyists affect FDA approval
A case study into how major corporations have shaped FDA regulations and approval decisions.
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Half of your dental work may have been unnecessary
How financial incentives may have shaped the type of dental care you received.
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DME Fraud: $101 million in unnecessary medical equipment
Introduction In recent years, the healthcare industry has seen an alarming surge in fraudulent activities, with the Naviwala case emerging as a stark example. This particular episode serves as a vivid demonstration of how seemingly benign systems can be weaponized against unsuspecting victims and, in turn, taxpayers. Worst of all, these transactions also risked patient…
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Cataract Surgery Fraud: Why You Need a Second Opinion
Medicare fraud and how it can affect your cataract While most doctors will prioritize patient care, the financial landscape of healthcare can sometimes blur lines. Cataract surgery, being one of the most commonly performed surgeries in the United States, can be a significant source of revenue for clinics and surgeons. Cataract surgery is the top…
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A1C Holdings: When compliance becomes complicit
Introduction Since March 2007, the Healthcare Fraud Unit has charged over 5,000 defendants who have billed federal health care programs and private insurers more than $24 billion. When we hear about vast sums of money being fraudulently billed to Medicare, it’s easy to get lost in the numbers. Yet, at the core of such figures…
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How Vinegar Slows Glucose Absorption
Vinegar has been shown to have a beneficial effect on slowing down glucose absorption in high-carbohydrate meals. When compared with the placebo, two teaspoons of vinegar (about 10 grams) reduced postprandial (post-meal) blood glucose levels by up to 20%. Introduction Vinegar, particularly apple cider vinegar, has been found to exert a beneficial effect on slowing…
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The Impact of Exercise on Diabetes Management
Introduction New studies show exercise has a big impact on diabetes management. For people recently diagnosed with pre-diabetes, increasing your physical activity is key to improving insulin sensitivity and lowering HbA1c. Adding moderate movement to your daily routine can be a big benefit if you’re at risk or already have diabetes. Exercise and Insulin…