Q&A for professionals in medical and allied health fields, students of those professions, related academics, and others with a sound understanding of medicine and healthcare-related sciences
109 How can I protect my eyesight when using computers? 2015-03-31T22:33:47.010
66 What's the best long-term sitting posture? 2015-04-10T23:09:58.007
50 Is there any health risk in cellular phones? 2015-03-31T20:52:12.037
45 Can MRI scans be dangerous for one's health? 2015-03-31T20:37:34.437
45 How many eggs can one eat per day? 2015-04-16T02:52:41.643
44 Is food prepared in a microwave oven less healthy? 2015-04-10T16:19:31.857
41 What are these lines in teeth? 2015-03-31T19:00:01.793
40 Are there any health benefits to male circumcision? 2015-03-31T19:58:50.160
40 Are organic foods healthier than conventional foods? 2015-04-05T03:16:32.757
40 Do vaccines cause autism? 2015-04-06T04:36:20.447
40 Is it helpful to a dentist to report pain during a procedure? 2015-04-27T17:47:42.767
39 Is eating spicy hot (pungent) food (hot chilli & peppers etc.) healthy or harmful? 2015-04-02T01:01:47.637
37 Does the lack of sleep affect my health? 2015-04-01T12:39:53.867
37 What is excess blood from blood donations used for, and do we ever run out? 2015-06-17T16:21:46.920
33 What effects does alcohol have on underage children? 2015-04-06T01:43:33.433
33 Does COVID-19 have a case fatality rate of 41%? Is this formula correct? 2020-02-03T19:32:51.930
32 If human life is so long largely due to modern medicine, does every illness shorten lifespan? 2015-03-31T19:11:24.947
31 Is there evidence that eating too much sugar can increase the risk of diabetes? 2015-03-31T22:31:43.487
30 How can I prevent a cold from spreading to the people around me? 2015-04-06T09:45:54.847
28 Why do I feel shaky after only a small amount of caffeine? 2015-03-31T23:14:22.620
28 Is it better to sleep without a pillow? 2016-03-06T15:37:28.230
28 What are known health effects of smoking e-cigarettes 2017-09-20T16:44:31.180
27 Why do doctors prescribe steroid tablets even though they know the side effects? 2015-04-01T12:14:46.297
26 Do zinc lozenges really help the common cold? 2015-04-08T04:34:41.290
25 What should I consider when deciding to remove a blister or not? 2015-03-31T19:26:15.727
25 When does the use of headphones become harmful? 2015-04-04T07:06:56.073
25 Does hot water kill germs better than cold water? 2015-04-14T11:34:48.730
25 Are alternative sleep pattern viable? 2015-04-25T01:22:36.297
25 Is drinking water during or after a meal better? 2015-05-25T08:34:01.960
25 Why should I avoid milk when on antibiotics? 2017-09-21T18:00:53.787
25 Would the human seasonal coronaviruses be just as deadly as COVID-19 in a population with no prior immunity? 2020-04-02T05:22:11.910
24 How much coffee can a healthy adult drink? 2015-04-04T06:40:31.087
24 Effect of the common cold on the immune system 2015-04-10T06:31:28.087
24 How to avoid fatigue if I foresee irregular sleeping time? 2015-04-14T15:25:17.177
24 What should I do if someone has a seizure in front of me? 2015-04-28T06:46:27.837
24 Should we rinse with water after brushing our teeth? 2015-06-27T08:44:03.617
24 Is it advisable for a healthy male in his early 40s to take the influenza vaccine? 2018-01-23T00:16:20.930
23 Are artificial sweeteners safe? 2015-03-31T22:26:21.513
23 Why is sitting for long periods unhealthy? 2015-04-01T12:51:50.053
23 How often should I use mouthwash? 2015-05-05T03:01:51.877
22 Is rapid weight loss unhealthy? 2015-04-07T23:34:58.220
22 Can being cold or wet be a significant influence in getting the common cold? 2015-05-01T20:55:51.470
22 How do I know if I'm flossing correctly? 2015-05-05T02:57:02.480
22 Father gets chickenpox, but doesn't infect his two children. How is this possible? 2019-02-18T22:43:14.173
21 Is there any evidence for health benefits from cannabis? 2015-03-31T22:41:24.753
21 How cautious do I need to be with unvaccinated students around newborns? 2015-03-31T22:42:55.277
21 Do we produce Vitamin D in the shade? 2015-05-10T01:52:36.077
21 Is Low Blue Light helpful for preserving eyesight? 2015-06-25T04:19:11.730
21 Can long term sleeping at day damage your health? 2015-06-29T04:33:30.863
21 What is the main way COVID-19 spreads? 2020-03-28T21:15:31.933