medicine

Silly Warnings (MM #2810)

I’m sure that you’ve noticed all of the disclaimers that come with drug ads on TV. While we need to be cautious, there seem to be a lot of silly warnings that come with these drugs…

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Needles And Knives (MM #2571)

We all have fears.  For example, many people fear spiders or snakes.  My biggest fears are probably medical, involving things like needles and knives…

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High Priced Guesswork (MM #2045)

I have one major issue with doctors. They rarely shoot straight with you, when they don’t have definitive answers. A doctor’s diagnosis is often high priced guesswork. I’m not saying that doctors aren’t smart; but when they don’t have answers, rarely will they admit it.  To me it seems like their diagnosis is oftentimes really…

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Eye Doctor Visits (MM #1703)

I’ve had issues with my eyesight throughout the years, but always make sure I keep up with my eye doctor visits. I’m truly amazed at how many people, no matter their age take their eyesight for granted. I had my semi annual check up just the other day…

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Prescription Drug Coverage (MM #1597)

What is the world coming to? I know I ask the question often, but when did we start allowing bean counters to control how the experts do their job? The reason I’m complaining is one you might also be effected by; prescription drug coverage.

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The Pareto Principle (MM #1448)

If you went to business school or studied economics you’re of course familiar with the Pareto Principle. And even if you’re not a business mogul you like know it by its common name; the 80-20 rule. I’ve actually been discussing the principle recently and it was applied to something I’d never thought of before…

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Old People Conversations (MM #1099)

It’s funny how your topics of conversation change as you get older. And when you’re talking with family, those conversations become…

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Bad Bad Medicine (MM #1054)

No, we’re not talking about the old Bon Jovi song in today’s podcast. We’re actually talking about bad medicine…

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Club Meds (MM #434)

Sadly we’re not talking vacation hot spots in today’s Mason Minute.  We’re actually talking about…

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Getting A Leg Up (MM #293)

They say that it’s important that we keep learning as we get older.  Well, I learned a valuable lesson the other day…

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