Dave Barry’s Colonoscopy Experience (Humour)
I called my friend Andy Sable, a gastroenterologist, to make an appointment for a colonoscopy. A few days later, in his office, Andy showed me a color diagram of the colon, a lengthy organ that appears to go all over the place, at one point passing briefly through... read moreBreaking Out of the Political Madhouse
Most people who enter politics do so because they are driven by passion and ideas. Yet today’s political world is not one in which either can flourish easily. The political process is like a wind tunnel in which only the most streamlined characters survive. It’s a... read moreHumour: Signs of the Light Bulb
How many members of your astrological sign does it take to change a light bulb? Aries: Just one — you want to make something of it? Taurus: One, but just try to convince them that the burned-out bulb is useless and should be thrown away. Gemini: Two, but the job... read moreHumour: Twelve Ways E-mail is Like… a Male Reproductive Organ
Some folks have it, some don’t. Those who have it would be devastated if it were ever cut off. Those who have it think that those who don’t are somehow inferior. Those who don’t have it agree that it’s neat, but think it’s not worth the... read more
Antidepressants and Cataracts
Antidepressants can make people do bizarre things, including suicide and mass murder. But they also can lead to weak bones and liver failure. Now we’re learning these drugs could also cause cataracts. Cataracts? Yes. New research says these drugs can cause... read moreAnimal Microchips and Cancer
Many veterinarians recommend them, and most animal shelters require them. Identification microchips injected into the necks of cats and dogs are touted as useful in recovering lost pets because the devices store owner and medical information. But are they safe? A new... read moreA Remarkable Wheatgrass Juice Success Story
A health turning point happened in February and March 2009 within my family. Here are the real stories of the truly amazing cleansing and detoxifying effects of wheatgrass juice. It started with my sister in October 2008. She could feel a lump in her belly and she had... read more
