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December 16, 2023

Preventing a Christmas tree fire

Christmas trees may be bright and merry, but they can pose a fire hazard if you’re not careful. The National Fire Protection Association offers these suggestions […]

December 15, 2023

Ask Dr. Walt 33 – Reducing Depression This New Year

A report from the World Health Organization warned of an epidemic that has become the leading cause of disability in the world, affecting more than 300 […]

December 14, 2023

‘Tis the season for colorectal screening? Give a life-saving gift this Christmas.

Merry Christmas, and get a colorectal exam! Sound unusual? One study found that sending reminders for colorectal screening exams during the December holiday season or near […]

December 13, 2023

Two Delightful Podcasts about “At First Light”

Dr. Marissa Pei calls herself a celebrity host, motivational speaker, corporate psychologist, and #1 bestselling author. I was honored to be her guest on two podcasts […]

December 12, 2023

Ten ways to avoid Christmas tree and holiday allergies

Here are some nice tips about avoiding allergies during the holidays. Of course, by now, some of us have learned the hard way, right?

December 11, 2023

Ask Dr. Walt 32 – “Unto Us a Child is Born” or Why Most Christian Doctors Oppose Abortion

Next week Christians celebrate the birth of Jesus. Isaiah wrote about Jesus and said, “For to us a child is born, to us a son is […]

December 10, 2023

“A perfect book to read leading up to the Christmas season” — a limited number of autographed copies

“”A great book to read during the Christmas season,” said one reviewer of my book, The Best Gift: Tales of a Small-Town Doctor Learning Life’s Greatest […]

December 9, 2023

HOLIDAY SEASON SPECIAL – Autographed and Personalized WWII Book

Here’s a great gift idea — either purchase for yourself, a loved one, a friend, or a WWII aficionado, a personalized and autographed holiday gift.

May 30, 2008

Dr. Walt’s Take on the Health Headlines – May 30, 2008

Here are my takes on some of today’s health headlines: Vitamin D for babies may prevent type 1 diabetes A new systematic review reports to have […]

June 2, 2008

Dr. Walt’s Take on the Health Headlines – June 3, 2008

Here are my comments on some of today’s health headlines: FDA Approves Spray-On Estrogen to Treat Menopause The FDA has approved a form of spray-on estrogen […]

June 3, 2008

Health Headlines

FDA Approves Spray-On Estrogen to Treat Menopause Study: Bunk Beds Have Built-in Risks Preparation H Finds Place in Club Circuit Five lessons from ‘Young@Heart’ for us […]

June 4, 2008

Vaccine Myth #8: A Preservative Contained in Many Vaccines Harms Children

In 1999, a study revealed that the preservative thimerosal, a mercury-containing compound present in many vaccines, caused several infants to have levels of mercury in their […]

June 4, 2008

Dr. Walt’s Take on the Health Headlines – June 4, 2008

Here are my takes on some of today’s health headlines. If Dad is not involved in child care, can we blame the mom? Here’s one the […]

June 4, 2008

Health Headlines

How Old Is Too Old for Motherhood? Florida Disabled Woman on Feeding Tube Could Become Next Terri Schiavo Sweet Drinks: What’s Best for Kids? Are Food […]