Blog | Dr. Jan Patterson

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Integrative medicine doctor, infectious diseases doctor, author, bereaved parent, cancer survivor, mom, gardener, and believer

For a complete list of writings, please visit my Medium.com page.

Dec 48 min read

When My Whole Body Grieved

Grief over lost loved ones is physical and hits hard during the holidays. I've been through it multiple times. Here's science-backed advice.

Oct 276 min read

The Search for Nature’s Ozempic Comes Up Short

The real science behind 3 weight-loss supplements

Sep 253 min read

Once-Rare Deadly Disease Adds to US Mosquito Worries

Steven Perry was healthy when he contracted a rare disease from a mosquito bite. Perry died within a week of hospitalization in August...

Sep 104 min read

Empowering Patients with Integrative Medicine

Dr. Jan Patterson, found herself at a painful crossroads in 2012. Her son died from suicide, and she was undergoing cancer treatment...

Jun 8, 20237 min read

Why Should I Get Shingles Vaccine?

You might think it’s “just a rash,” but fluid-filled blisters are the mildest of symptoms that can include debilitating, never-ending pain.

May 23, 202310 min read

Mental Health is Advancing But Still Ailing

Progress and challenges in mental health care

For more writings from Dr. Jan, visit her Medium webpage.