Study: Drinking any amount of alcohol causes damage to the brain

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“There is no such thing as a ‘safe’ level of drinking, with increased consumption of alcohol associated with poorer brain health… In an observational study, which has not yet been peer-reviewed, researchers from the University of Oxford studied the relationship between the self-reported alcohol intake of some 25,000 people in the UK, and their brain scans.” -

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My Pastoral Moments as an Infectious Diseases Doctor

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“The Lord is our shepherd. He has already defeated death and is walking us to green pastures. This week, those green pastures may take the form of a timely diagnosis and an effective antibiotic that saves Jacob’s life. Another time, the Shepherd may have a more lasting pasture in mind” - TGC

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From the COVID battlefield

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“First, the healthcare system is overwhelmed. There is no capacity for heroics, extra measures or patience. It was, in the moment, remarkable that I was alive, let alone conscious. No doubt, there was no reason to believe that investing time, energy and resources in me was worth it.” - BPNews

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On Sleep

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“Some years ago I decided to adopt a lifestyle that prioritized getting enough sleep. Decades later, I’m more confident every day that it was the right choice.” - Olinger

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Is It Ever Permissible for a Christian to Refuse Medical Treatment?

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Video: “Today, we have many medical advances that enable us to prolong our lives. Are Christians responsible to take advantage of these technologies? Is it ever permissible to refuse them? From one of our live events, R.C. Sproul reflects on these difficult questions.” - Ligonier

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