During the throes of a COVID-19 pandemic that has caused hundreds of thousands of people to suffer, escalating death tolls,…
Only I (and hydroxychloroquine) Can Fix It
The comedian David Steinberg once referred to President Ronald Reagan as “the Popeil Pocket Fisherman President.” When asked to explain,…
Reducing Inflammation with Natural Food Products
There are several types of inflammation: acute, chronic, systemic and localized. Acute and localized is when you get injured, and…
Co-dispensing Naloxone with Tramadol
We have previously opined on appropriate use of naloxone in the hospice setting and the questionable policies of some nursing…
Is naloxone availability and use appropriate for the hospice setting?
As healthcare professionals it is important to advocate for ethical, responsible (safe), and quality care for patients. Involvement of the…
Not-So-Fun in the Sun: Treatment and Prevention of Sunburn
SPF, or Sun Protection Factor, is a number used to predict the amount of UVB rays deflected from the outer…
I Swear I am only using Hemp!
Can the new Farm Bill regarding hemp-based products affect Urine Drug Screen Results? Cannabidiol (CBD) is a product that can…
Medical Marijuana May Be On the Rise—But I See a Downfall
Why state actions to increase access to THC are simply widening Pandora’s box. #FUDINGUDIN found another opportunity to team up,…
Response to Oregon’s Tapering Guidance and Tools
We welcome guest blogger Dr. Stephen E. Nadeau, Senior Research Advisor, Alliance for the Treatment of Intractable Pain. Dr. Nadeau…
Fentanyl; A Rose by Any Other Name Would Smell As Sweet
A rose by any other name would smell as sweet, a phrase popularized by Shakespeare’s play Romeo and Juliet, where…