Padraic Stanley

Oct 4, 2024 | kevinmd.com | Sumeet Dhillon |Jennifer Cesolini |Diane D. Blier |Padraic Stanley

When considering the diseases that United States veterans are burdened with, you might think of COPD, Type 2 Diabetes, certain cancers, post-traumatic stress disorder, and depression. However, there is another disease diagnosed at twice the rate in veterans compared to the general population: amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). ALS is one of the only diseases known to occur at an increased rate in all veterans, regardless of when or how long they served.

Jan 12, 2024 | kevinmd.com | Maryna Mammoliti |Peter Ubel |Cory Michael |Padraic Stanley

In the world of medicine, we often encounter the term “defensive” used in various contexts – from patient interactions to professional evaluations. However, it’s crucial to reevaluate our understanding of this term and its implications on our practice and relationships. Labeling a reaction as “defensive” carries a subjective judgment, often seen as problematic or negative. “Defensive” is often equated to a “bad” and “problematic” reaction or behavior.

Jun 10, 2023 | kevinmd.com | Kellie Stecher |Brian Jackson |Padraic Stanley |Anne Naulty

Hurricane season starts June 1, and many of us in the Southeast and along the Gulf Coast are stocking up on bottled water and other supplies. As a physician focused on preventive medicine and public health, I recommend filling your pantry with healthful plant-based foods like black-eyed peas, sweet potatoes, pecans, canned soups, peanut butter, oat milk, and apples. Many plant-based foods can withstand a loss of refrigeration if the power goes out during a summer storm or hurricane.

May 15, 2023 | chicago.suntimes.com | Padraic Stanley

Last week, the government rescinded the COVID-19 public health emergency declaration. As we explore our “new normal,” I want to highlight two lessons that the pandemic taught me: self-care and the importance of finding value beyond work. I’m disappointed to see the revival of hustle-and-grind culture — a stark change from the early 2022 discussions of boundaries, self-care and work-life balance.

Mar 23, 2023 | usnews.com | Padraic Stanley |Kaia Hubbard

As the share of elderly among the U.S. population grows – with some estimating older adults could go from making up 17% of the current population to 22% by 2040 – it is essential to raise awareness about the risk factors for elderly falls, a major public health problem across the world.