How the government shutdown is hitting the health care system – and what the battle over ACA subsidies means
Major rifts over key health care issues are at the heart of the federal government shutdown that began at the stroke of midnight on Oct. 1, 2025. This is not the first…
The Responsibility We Have of Friends by Steve Wickham
Deep friendships mean abysmal betrayals, when, for some reason, the relationship ends. Inevitably every close relationship, friendships particularly, are affected by conflict, and ultimately some skirmish occurs to test the…
How to Get Your Child Ready for School—Mentally and Emotionally—After Summer Break by Charles Clark
As August winds down, the transition from summer’s relaxed freedom to the structure of school can feel overwhelming for both children and parents. While new backpacks and school supplies are…
Ask Dr. Lee: The Summer Mistake Smart Patients Make (And How to Fix It)
Why “good” hydration isn’t always enough for people on medications. What really keeps you safe? Hello Health Champions, Recently, a patient came for her usual medication refill. She told me,…