Author Archives: health

Is Intermittent Fasting Better or Worse for Fertility?

Dieting fads come and go, but one certain way of eating has stuck around for a number of years. Intermittent fasting, or reducing your calorie intake or the period of time where you can eat is becoming increasingly popular. Although it’s been around for a long time (since we were bacteria, our cells have “fasted”… Read More: Is Intermittent Fasting Better or Worse for Fertility? »

Ask the Doctor: D. Todd Detar, DO, Answers Questions about Osteopathic Medicine and His Role in the Community

D. Todd Detar, DO Q. What attracted you to medicine? A. While studying health education at the University of Delaware, a college sports injury ended my life’s dream of becoming an NFL player. One of my coaches saw an opportunity for me to work as a trainer for the Philadelphia Phillies, and over time, I… Read More: Ask the Doctor: D. Todd Detar, DO, Answers Questions about… »

Am I wrong in expecting a thank-you note after a job interview?

Maybe I’m old-fashioned, but it really bugs me when applicants don’t send a thank-you note after an interview. There are candidates that I really like who I would consider hiring, but I don’t even want to invite them back for a second interview when they don’t send a thank-you note. Is that time-honored courtesy dead?… Read More: Am I wrong in expecting a thank-you note after a… »

Depression, anxiety, loneliness are peaking in college students

A survey by a Boston University researcher of nearly 33,000 college students across the country reveals the prevalence of depression and anxiety in young people continues to increase, now reaching its highest levels, a sign of the mounting stress factors due to the coronavirus pandemic, political unrest, and systemic racism and inequality. “Half of students… Read More: Depression, anxiety, loneliness are peaking in college students »