Lingering GI Tract Infection

By: Patrick Perry, M.P.H & Wendy Braun, R.N.

Unfortunately, I contracted a C. difficile bacterial infection of the intestine after one night in a hospital. I came close to dying and after a long recovery still feel as though I’m not totally free of it. What do studies show about residual infection, and is any information available on its treatment? ... More

Thyroid Pills

By: Cory SerVaas, M.D. & Wendy Braun, R.N.

I have been taking Synthroid for many years. A March report in the From the Pharmacy column indicates that this drug contains T4 thyroid hormone but not T3 hormone. Does that mean I am only getting half of what I need? It’s scary to think I’ve been shorting my system for so many years. ... More

Act Now to Stop Meningitis

By: Wendy Braun

Amy Purdy almost lost her life to meningitis. Now, she’s urging teens to get vaccinated against the serious bacterial infection. ... More

Spinal Meningitis

By: Post Editors

I was in the hospital for five weeks with spinal meningitis. How did I catch this illness, and can  I get it again? Margaret South Carolina Chances are good that you won’t catch it again because most people develop an immunity to the bacteria or viruses that caused their illness. Spinal meningitis occurs when the ... More