Dr. Dave Hnida’s Blog
Here’s My Personal Response To Online”Ratings”
Have you ever used or posted to an online rating site for a doctor? Odds are, the answer is no. And that’s one of the problems of these sites: there are not enough ratings. But there are a number of other shortcomings when it comes to these ratings, and CBS4 Medical Editor Dr. Dave Hnida explains why he’s not a big fan.
Don’t Trust This Vitamin
Buy a vitamin, and you expect to get the amount that the label states. But a new study shows that’s not always the case. CBS4 Medical Editor Dr Dave Hnida reports on a new study that shows the actual contents of one particular vitamin can be all over the board–unless you look for a certain sign that guarantees you’ll get what you pay for.
The Fading Health Of The Pope
Pope Benedict XVI is stepping down from his post — the first Pope to do so since the year 1415. CBS4 Medical Editor Dr. Dave Hnida takes a look at what may be some factors behind this momentous decision.
Vonn Update-Now Comes The Rehab… And Olympics?
Lindsey Vonn had her knee repaired on Sunday in Vail. With the Olympics just 12 months away, what are her chances for a return to the slopes? CBS4 Medical Editor Dr. Dave Hnida looks at the typical rehab after knee surgery — before snapping the skis back on.
Why Your Symptoms Would Be Different From Mine
It’s Heart Month, and no better time to remind men and women (especially women) that heart attacks don’t always arrive with crushing chest pain. CBS4 Medical Editor Dr. Dave Hnida explains what other symptoms could signal trouble.
The Early Story On Lindsey Vonn’s Knee — A Career Ender?
Lindsey Vonn suffered a severe knee injury Tuesday. CBS4 Medical Editor takes a look at what is known about Vonn’s injury at this point, and whether it is a career ender.
3 Best Cancer Screenings, And 8 To Avoid
Talk to your doctor about the best cancer screens, and the answer may be everything. Or nothing. Now Consumer Reports is expanding from appliances to health care, and it offers advice on the best, and worst cancer screens. CBS4 Medical editor Dr. Hnida Hnida offers some advice … on the advice.
An Important Part Of Any Diet Plan: SEX
A new study says several things we believe about weight loss are just plain wrong, including the idea that sex burns calories. But as CBS4 Medical Editor Dr. Dave Hnida reports, there’s some sneakiness to this report that makes it hard to believe.
It’s Not Always How Much You Eat, But When
It may not be purely a case of how much you eat, but instead when you eat it. CBS4 Medical Editor Dr. Dave Hnida explains why that big dinner or midnight snack can be a real belt buster.
Is Your Rx On The Top 10 List?
What’s in your medicine chest? CBS4 Medical Editor Dr. Dave Hnida takes a look at the Top 10 most prescribed medicines in America. Odds are, you’re taking at least one.
About This Blog
Dr. Dave Hnida is CBS4's Medical Editor. He blogs about the latest studies and trends in the health world. Read his bio.
