Peter Galvin, MD Unfortunately, sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are on the rise. These infections, formerly known as sexually transmitted diseases or venereal Read More
By Peter Galvin, MD Today’s column is geared towards older men, but hopefully women will also find it of interest. I Read More
By Peter Galvin, MD As if the epidemic of illicit drug overdoses from fentanyl weren’t enough, a new drug has emerged Read More
By Peter Galvin, MD Recently, I read an article that I thought was interesting, so I decided to share its content with Read More
By Peter Galvin, MD Tuberculosis (TB) is a significant health issue worldwide, but here in the U.S., it is a more Read More
By Peter Galvin, MD Melatonin is a hormone made in the brain. It is thought to aid in sleeping. Brain levels rise Read More
By Peter Galvin, MD It is now generally recognized that the administration of statins (Lipitor, Crestor, etc.) is the cornerstone of contemporary Read More
By Peter Galvin, MD Prediabetes is an intermediate stage of blood sugar elevation that may precede type II diabetes. It affected approximately 720 Read More
By Peter Galvin, MD Autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD) is the most common genetic, or inherited, cause of kidney failure. An Read More
By Peter Galvin, MD Lead is a naturally occurring heavy metal that can be harmful to humans. Lead exposure can occur by Read More