If there is one thing we’ve learned from two decades of watching Grey’s Anatomy it’s that working in the medical field is not for the faint of heart. And… behind the scenes, hospitals are overrun with high drama. There is just as much workplace bickering as any other job. I suppose you have to find […] More
Many times in a relationship, you or your partner will ask for a favor from the other person. It can be difficult, but relationships are about the give and take. When is the favor too much? Redditor Rose-thorn6554 asked that when her boyfriend wanted her to do something. She tried for a bit, but it […] More
One thing people need to learn is to stop commenting on somebody’s weight. You never know truly why that person looks the way they do and it is not an on-sight indicator of health or fitness. Someone can be athletic and extremely strong and not have a stereotypically “hot” body. Redditor shattalo is a bona […] More
The death of a loved one often brings a non-negotiable obligation to attend the funeral proceedings. But what if something comes up that feels like a truly good reason to miss the event? A recent post on the “Am I the A**hole (AITA)” subReddit gave an example of that predicament. The Original Poster (OP), known […] More
Among the many historic events and dynamics that confronted us throughout 2020, one small but significant act took center stage in a way it never had before. That activity was hand washing. But for all the public service announcements and social pressure, some people are still trying to spread the word. In a post to […] More
As a pregnant woman navigates the full length of her pregnancy—what with all the possible ups and downs throughout—it’s so important she feels safe and well cared for. And her maternity doctor is a very important factor in creating a reduced stress environment. A recent Reddit post on the “Am I the A**hole (AITA)” subReddit […] More
Being around screaming children can be trying for anyone, parents and non-parents alike. And while most don’t envy what parents of younger kids have to put up with on a daily basis, when it comes to helping keep a stranger’s kids under control, some people would rather just look the other direction and go about […] More
Good news to some people can be bad news for someone else. When delivering the news, it can be important to read the vibe or pay attention to context clues. When a 37-year-old mother of two received bad news coupled with a hearty congratulations from her doctor, she was upset. Unsure if she should address […] More
Fatphobia is still present in the medical community, but we all need to go to a doctor every once in a while. It’s hard to know how to tell someone to take care of themselves and see a doctor without crossing any boundaries. Redditor ZombieEmu encountered this very issue with her roommate. So she turned […] More
Being comfortable and honest with your doctor or therapist is vital to getting an accurate diagnosis. That’s why privacy and doctor-patient confidentiality is necessary, especially for teenagers. Even if some parents don’t understand it. Redditor throwawayteenbean encountered this very issue with her mom. So she turned to the “Am I The A**hole” (AITA) subReddit for […] More
Medical information is highly protected, especially when compared to other information about you. In the United States, the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) outlines the ways covered entities need to treat your medical history. But when Redditor throwrararararaaaaa had a piece of her own medical history announced publicly, she flipped out […] More
Sexism is still rampant around the world and some professions still seem to be especially male dominated. One doctor decided to confront the gender bias she faced at work in her own way. After some negative reactions from co-workers though Redditor LatinDoctress turned to the “Am I the A**hole” (AITA) subReddit for feedback. The Original […] More
