Dr. Richard Monroe M.D.

Lyme Disease

There are a lot of benefits to living in the country.  I love the fresh air, the lack of traffic…

11 months ago

Living with Dementia: Caring for People with Alzheimer’s Disease

Dementia is a devastating illness, which takes a profound psychological toll on both the patient and his or her family. …

2 years ago

The Dangers of Carbon Monoxide: Even Rural Residents Need Fear This Invisible Killer

Winter in the country is an amazingly beautiful season. The transformation of the trees and countryside with snow and ice…

3 years ago

Preventive Medicine: What You Need to Know

There is a lot of talk today about healthcare in America.  Why does it cost so much?  Am I getting…

3 years ago

Symptoms of Potential Medical Emergencies, Part One: Chest Pain

It might be the last thing to cross your mind, sitting on the front porch of your homestead, looking over…

3 years ago

Entering the Hospital: Some Facts to Know to Protect Yourself (Part III)

This is the final article in my series about medical concerns in regards to a case study on the Homestead.org…

4 years ago

Entering the Hospital: Some Facts to Know to Protect Yourself (Part II)

This is the second article addressing medical concerns and questions in the hospital setting (read "Entering the Hospital: Some Facts…

4 years ago

Entering the Hospital: Some Facts to Know to Protect Yourself (Part I)

A blog was recently brought to my attention which details both the trials and triumphs of a patient and her…

4 years ago

Eight Medicines to Have in Your Cabinet… and Why

A well-stocked medicine cabinet is like a well-stocked pantry in many ways.  First of all, it allows for rapid reaction…

4 years ago

Symptoms of Potential Medical Emergencies, Part Three: Headache

  Read Symptoms of Potential Medical Emergencies, Part One: Chest Pain Read Symptoms of Potential Medical Emergencies, Part Two: Weakness Now, I…

5 years ago

Symptoms of Potential Medical Emergencies, Part Two: Weakness

  Read Symptoms of Potential Medical Emergencies, Part One: Chest Pain Health catastrophes are sudden, stunning, and leave everyone touched by…

5 years ago