James Cooper
Contributing Writer
James Cooper - Lawtonstreet Science
I'm on the faculty of a health science department at a large university. Most of my articles derive from conferences or presentations within the university medical center. These often lead to interesting discussions that I can share with a wider audience.
Besides being interesting, medical and healthcare information can help people participate more in their own health care. When individuals participate more, it leads to better outcomes for them, and helps control costs.
I've written articles that have appeared in medical journals, policy journals, and general public issues. I also write and edit for a government agency.
Latest Articles
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Guidelines for ADHD Treatment
The latest, most credible source of ADHD treatment guidelines was presented in October, 2011, by the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Dec 7, 2011
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Medications for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
The American Academy of Pediatricians provided specific advice about the use of prescription medications for ADHD in an October, 2011, report.
Dec 7, 2011
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How to Treat Back Pain: Advice From Credible Sources
Millions of sources can be found, many selling something. Here is what experts with nothing to sell say. Two science agencies provide credible advice.
Sep 26, 2011
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ADHD in Teenagers: New Environment May Require Different Approach
Extra help with organization, limiting caffeine, rapport with a trained third party, and 'fine tuning' medication can make the ADHD teen less troubled.
Aug 29, 2011
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How to Find Out What Preventive Care You Need
For good health, we know about not smoking, diet, and exercise. But what about other prevention options? Here's how to find out what you may need.
Aug 21, 2011
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Fainting: Could it be POTS?
A common cause of fainting in young people is POTS, a condition in which blood pressure falls when standing, while the heart races.
Aug 21, 2011
- James Cooper
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Shots for Adults – Recommended Immunizations
Baby shots and school children's immunizations get a lot of attention, but adults need immunization protection, too. Here is a primer on adult immunization.
Aug 15, 2011
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Orange, Apple Juice Block Atenolol (Tenormin), Thyroid, Others
It's not just grapefruit juice that can interfere with prescription drugs: orange and apple juices can, too.
Aug 3, 2011
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Aricept Controversy—Science or Marketing?
A public interest group wants to stop Aricept's new 23 mg dose. It's "clearly more toxic," Public Citizen's petition says of the Alzheimer's medication.
Jul 24, 2011
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Delusions in an Older Person: Paraphrenia?
When a person believes something is true, and it's not, it's a delusion. New-onset delusions in an older person might be paraphrenia.
Jul 24, 2011
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