Back pain is one of the most common medical complaints in the world, and too often it is very difficult for us family doctors to find the best treatment. We …
Diabetes and Obesity: Where Does Your Country Rank? Find Out Now.
It’s no secret that obesity, and its twin sister disease of diabetes, have become epidemics of every modernizing country. I’m now witnessing firsthand the expanding waistlines of Chinese people as …
Bike Helmets In Beijing: Why So Rare?
I’ve been biking to work for all of my five years here in Beijing, and I still love that community connection I feel during my commute. Sandstorms, rainstorms, winter cold …
Happy Birthday, Dad. You Died Far Too Young.
My dad would have been 76 years old today. “Should have been 76,” I need to clarify — but he died far too early, eight years ago from cirrhosis of the liver.
Taking Chantix to Stop Smoking: Do The Benefits Still Outweigh The Risks?
A few weeks ago I wrote a piece discussing options for smoking cessation, and I specifically plugged varenicline, known as Chantix in most countries (“Champix” here in China), as being …
Children and TV Time: New Policy Again Shows Links To Obesity
I’ve mentioned before that TV viewing can lead to weight gain for children, and now there’s an official policy statement from the American Academy of Pediatrics which reviews the evidence …
Hey Docs, Want To Work in China? Here's How.
One of the most common questions I get from readers is more of a professional question from colleagues all over the world: how can I work as a doctor in …
Yogurt Is Healthy — But Which Is Safest To Eat in Beijing?
Last week I discussed the fascinating results from a large study which showed how regular use of yogurt can actually cause weight loss. Yes, this is for real, and I …
Hey Laowai: Now You Can Use Weibo In English. Here’s How.
Curious about China’s version of Twitter — but don’t know Chinese? No worries! Just follow these simple steps.
