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Life in Anecdotes with Dr. Eeks

Life in Anecdotes, Part 6

March 30, 2026 by Dr. Eeks

These are all written by Dr. Eeks (ErinKate Stair, MD, MPH) and based on real-life encounters. ************************************************************************************************** My quest to add “spiritual health” to the Causes or Cures Podcast led me to an exorcist, an angel consultant, a Vegas gigolo turned enlightenment guru, reincarnation fans, spirit-animal gurus, and a couple of people who said they …

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What Did I Give Up for Lent?

March 27, 2026 by Dr. Eeks

I’d usually make a joke about how I just gave up this year.But I gave up a long time ago.(Kidding..sorta…no, kinda true….eh, depends on the day.)  So this year, I’m trying something different.Not giving something up…working on something. Forgiveness. Of others. Of myself.The hardest person to forgive is often ourselves.Heck, it’s hard to even say …

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difference between medicine and public health

What’s the difference between medicine and public health?

March 26, 2026 by Dr. Eeks

The difference between medicine and public health might seem obvious to some, but it gets overlooked surprisingly often. And it explains a surprising number of health debates. If you like visuals, I posted one using jars and bouncy balls to drive home the difference. You can watch it here: But here’s the key difference between …

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Are Poinsettias Poisonous? The Holiday Myth That Won’t Die

December 23, 2025 by Dr. Eeks

Listen on Causes or Cures: Are poinsettias poisonous? Every December, poinsettias reappear and so does the panic. Someone gifts a beautiful red plant, and suddenly the room fills with warnings about poisoned pets, sick kids, and emergency vet visits. I grew up in a house with lots of animals. Anytime someone brought home a poinsettia …

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Life in Anecdotes, Part 5

December 21, 2025 by Dr. Eeks

copyrighted to Dr. Eeks because this is my life. ;) “Had an exorcist on the podcast who talks to demons. Just booked a doctor who talks to angels.” Friend: “How is this remotely connected to Causes or Cures?” “Spiritual comorbidities. Try to keep up.” ********************************************************************************************************** Pancake flipping: my quarterly ego reset. ********************************************************************************************************** Every time I …

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scopolamine truth serum

The Truth Serum That Wasn’t: Scopolamine Myths, Risks & Misuse

November 21, 2025 by Dr. Eeks

Copyrighted: Dr. Eeks (Erinkate Stair, MD, MPH) On Causes or Cures: Listen now: Click here to listen to “Truth Serum” from my Causes or Cures website, Apple, Spotify, etc. Disclaimer: Entertainment only. I am not a public health historian. I am a gremlin who reads too much and asks weird questions. The Hook: Once upon …

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Is sleeping with your dog a pubic health concern

Is Sleeping with Your Dog a Public Health Concern?

November 9, 2025 by Dr. Eeks

Every so often I see this question come up: Is sleeping with your dog a public health concern? People have strong feelings on it. I won’t say who is right or who is wrong, but I’ll offer my 2 cents. Since I’m a public health professional, please consider this my professional opinion, no matter how …

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What is an Anecdote? The plural of anecdote is not misinformation

What is an Anecdote? Why the Plural is not Misinformation

July 17, 2025 by Dr. Eeks

What is an anecdote? What’s the plural of anecdote? A popular doctor on X (Twitter) posted that the plural of anecdote is misinformation. I guess the doctor thought it was clever…it got many likes and reposted several times, but in my head, it didn’t make sense. What annoyed me was its blatant inaccuracy. The plural …

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Life in Anecdotes, Part 4

May 31, 2025 by Dr. Eeks

My new neighbor, a really nice guy, made me a delicious loaf of bread and brought it to my apartment. Later, I ran into him in the hallway and said, “That was amazing. What else can you make?” He’s probably regretting his decision. ************************************************************** Woke up feisty, I guess. Bald doorman: “Looks like your dog …

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Story of Causation

Causation in Epidemiology: What Really Killed Skip?

May 26, 2025 by Dr. Eeks

This is Causation in Epidemiology made fun. Read below and learn what really killed my pal Skip. ;) Below you’ll see a short video posted from my Youtube channel. It will make sense when you watch it (I think). I like to use props, often things in my kitchen, to explain public health concepts. I …

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Life in Anecdotes, Part 3

February 9, 2025 by Dr. Eeks

Well if it’s any indication that my ultrasonic mouse deterrent is working, the mouse left a “thank you” dump right in front of it. Me typing all pissy to customer service chat box, “Can I please talk to a human being????” Chat box: “I am a human being.” Awwwwwkward. Changed into my suit in the …

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How Oscar Wilde Cured My Depression

How Oscar Wilde Cured My Depression (Well, Almost)

January 5, 2025 by Dr. Eeks

How Oscar Wilde CURED My Depression (Well, Almost)   So “cured” is a bold word. It’s probably not the right word, but it’s the one word that comes close, so I’m using it. It wasn’t just depression. It was a mix of things: Anxiety, stress, sleep deprivation, suicidal thoughts, a horrible eating disorder—you name it. …

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Dr. Eeks runs BloomingWellness.com, exploring strange and trending health stories through a public health lens. She also hosts the Causes or Cures podcast. Join her weekly newsletter for weird public health, new research, and podcast updates.

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