W. Gifford-Jones, MD and Diana Gifford-Jones
W. Gifford-Jones, MD is the pen name of Dr. Ken Walker, graduate of Harvard Medical School. Diana Gifford-Jones is his daughter, a graduate of Harvard Kennedy School. Their latest book, “No Nonsense Health” is available at: Docgiff.com
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Most Recent Articles by W. Gifford-Jones, MD and Diana Gifford-Jones:
Let the Buyer Beware of Needless Radiation
September 16, 2023
Common Sense Health
Who Has the Most Dangerous Job?
September 9, 2023
Common Sense Health
Preventing Diabetes Risk Due to COVID-19 Infection
September 2, 2023
Common Sense Health
More Fire and Smoke to Come
August 26, 2023
Common Sense Health
Starving the Gut Feeds the Brain
August 19, 2023
Common Sense Health
Potassium by the Doctrine of the Golden Mean
August 5, 2023
Common Sense Health
A Veterinarian for Assessing Weakness
July 29, 2023
Doctors should listen hard when patients say, “Please, I want to die and end this agony”
Are You Making Medication Errors
July 22, 2023
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Government’s Good Intentions Gone Bad
July 15, 2023
Governments should see them as allies and find better ways to support the natural health industry
Not Every Pain Needs a Pill
July 8, 2023
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Coughing Again? Could it be COPD?
July 1, 2023
We hope in the years ahead there will be other ways to treat this debilitating disease. But let’s end with one last warning message. For now, COPD has no cure and will progress when smoking continues
Safe and Effective Responses to Stress
June 24, 2023
Stress is a very personal thing and so is how you choose to ease it. Always remember, the best first course of action in fighting any health threat is to assess whether there is a safe, effective, natural solution
New Drugs for Type 2 Diabetes
June 17, 2023
There is enormous power and wealth in the hands of the pharmaceutical companies producing these products. The ultimate question is, can they produce the miracle of motivating people to lead healthier lives?
The Health Consequences of Cats
June 10, 2023
With such a disparaging commentary on cats, we are certain to receive a ton of reader mail reminding us about dog attacks, dog-borne diseases, and other dog drama. But long-time readers will know that for us, there is no contest
Little Relief and High Costs for Back Pain
June 3, 2023
A word to the young, from Socrates, the greatest thinker of ancient Greece, who said, “If you would seek health, look first to the spine”
Early Hormone Therapy Has Benefits
May 27, 2023
That’s not easy to action given menopause may begin up to 10 years before the last menstrual period and can last more than 10 years. For some women, the symptoms are intense.
Good Oral Health Demands Manual Labour
May 20, 2023
Among teenagers, another study found 31 percent of girls flossed regularly, and only 21 percent of boys.
Total Family Doctor Prevents Needless Surgery
May 13, 2023
Patients should be hesitant to demand X-rays of the reluctant doctor.
Why Do Some Women Have Pain During Sex
May 6, 2023
An Italian proverb reassures. “Hope is the last thing ever lost.” Or, as another wise sage remarked, “Don’t forget to wind the clock, as tomorrow is another day.”
Make a Stink for Better Public Washrooms
April 29, 2023
Making a stink about public washrooms that are poorly designed and infrequently cleaned is probably the best course of action. Afterall, what restaurant or community venue wants to be associated with disgusting washrooms?
Are Canadians Better at Preventing Lyme Disease?
April 22, 2023
Why do Canadians record so few cases of Lyme disease as compared to Americans?
Fish Oil: Superhero of Supplements
April 15, 2023
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What Is the Best Nutritional Advice Ever Given?
April 9, 2023
No one can claim that fiber is bad for your health. But keep in mind that adding too much fiber too quickly could cause a commotion in the bowels in the form of intestinal gas and bloating. Increase fiber in the diet gradually.
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What to Do When Things Fall Down
March 25, 2023
Marilyn Monroe famously said, “I defy gravity.” But such fortunes elude most people. Talk with your doctor and see if treatment can get the annoyance resolved
Don’t Let Food Safety in the Kitchen Lapse
March 18, 2023
The World Health Organization (WHO) claims that contaminated food is one of the most serious health problems in the world
Fire the Canons! It’s Daylight Savings Time!
March 11, 2023
If there is a good argument in favour of DST, it might be Franklin’s suggestion to fire a canon each morning at sunrise
100th Trip Around the Sun
March 3, 2023
In light of it all, there’s little chance of a healthy, long life if you are not happy
Vitamin D: The Sunshine Vitamin
February 26, 2023
You also get vitamin D from certain foods include fatty fish (such as salmon, tuna, and mackerel), egg yolks, and fortified foods (such as milk, orange juice, and cereal)
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