John Roberts

How are Vaccines Approved? I have been asked to write about how vaccines are approved in the United States. Two pivotal committees play crucial roles in ensuring the safety and…

Artificial Intelligence Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming medicine at an astonishing pace. From improving diagnoses to streamlining administrative tasks, AI has the potential to make healthcare more efficient and accessible.…

Are Antibiotics Necessary? When we get sick with an infection, many people assume that antibiotics are the best and fastest way to recover. However, this is not always the case.…

Osteoporosis Osteoporosis is a condition that weakens bones, making them fragile and more likely to break. It is often called a “silent disease” because people usually do not know they…

By: Dr. John Roberts GERD Part 2 I left you hanging last week wondering about the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). First, a quick review: Recall that acid from…

I’ve been asked to re-run my columns about Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, more commonly known as GERD. That long name describes acid from the stomach (gastro) being found in the tube…

Norovirus You may have read that cases of Norovirus are really ramping up in America. I have been asked to rerun my column on this nasty virus. Most people describe…

Colorectal Cancer Screening Screening for colorectal cancer (CRC) has become increasingly common thanks to growing public awareness and campaigns like the CDC’s Screen for Life Action Campaign. Each year, over…

Colorectal Cancer Screening Screening for colorectal cancer (CRC) has become increasingly common thanks to growing public awareness and campaigns like the CDC’s Screen for Life Action Campaign. Each year, over…