Dave, The Caregiver's Caregiver

From diabetes to cancer to heart disease, America faces an epidemic of diseases caused or exacerbated by the choices we make. Dr. John shares how patients can make more informed decisions about their health and health care amid a glut of information. Have you ever been reluctant to ask your doctor questions because you didn’t want to question their expertise? Our guest today says we can’t afford to be passive about our health, and that includes questioning doctors. Dr. John Poothullil (SAY Poo-to-Lee) practiced medicine for more than 30 years. Today he writes books that bust medical myths and empower patients. His upcoming book is called Your Health Is at Risk: How to Navigate Information Chaos to Prevent Lifestyle Diseases. Learn more at drjohnonhealth.com. Welcome, Dr. John. You say our health today is threatened by disinformation, misinformation, and missing information. Why?