Why do I strongly support breastfeeding? Three basic reasons – it is best for the baby; it is best for the mother; and it is the most nurturing way to feed your baby.
Caste – What now? (Part III)
A world without caste would set everyone free.
Newborn screening tests – May 17, 2024
Dr. Bob: We are about to have our first baby. I have heard my friends talk about the blood test that is done on the baby to screen for various problems. Do I have to have it done? Does it hurt? Answer: I am so glad that you asked. Since I spent my career as…
Caste – Inaction is action (Part II)
I would argue that their inaction was an action in and of itself. Choosing to do nothing or ignore the problems at hand is an action that allows or permits the permanent erosion of fulfilling our responsibility to others.
Sore throat – May 10, 2024
Dr. Bob: My kindergartner has recurrent sore throats. I go to the doctor frequently for these and only one time was it a strep throat. When should I consider having his tonsils removed? His older sister also has frequent sore throats, but she seemed to grow out of it. Answer: Sore throat is the common…
Caste – A purposeful system of exclusion (Part I)
Acknowledging Ms. Wilkerson’s challenge that the systemic racism in America is more than color-based and purposely places certain groups of people over others, eventually subjugating the others to a lower caste, is a crucial first step.