Medicine by Captivity: The Rise of the Hostage Physician
Dr. Varon reflects on four decades in medicine and how hospitals became systems-driven machines, arguing physician captivity—not burnout—defines modern healthcare.
A New Review of Autism Risk Factors
What if autism has never had a single cause, and the research establishment has been asking too narrow a question? A new peer-reviewed paper maps every known risk factor.
Hantavirus: What It Is, How It Spreads, and Why It’s Not Cause for Panic
Dr. Ryan Cole explains what hantavirus is, how it spreads through rodent exposure, and why fewer than 1,000 U.S. cases in 30 years means this rare virus isn't cause for alarm.
Journal of Independent Medicine Releases New Issue Featuring Major Review on Autism Spectrum Disorder and Expanding Global Contributions to Honest Medicine
The Journal of Independent Medicine publishes its May 2026 issue featuring a major autism review, critical care research, and peer-reviewed articles spanning multiple disciplines.
Makary Out at FDA. Independent Doctors Urge the Next Commissioner to Confront America’s Prescription Drug Crisis — and End Big Pharma’s Capture of the Agency
Following FDA Commissioner Makary's departure, IMA urges the White House to choose a successor focused on reform and ending Big Pharma's grip on the agency.
The Hantavirus Panic Machine: When Rare Diseases Become Media Theater
Hantavirus is real but extraordinarily rare. IMA President Dr. Joseph Varon argues the current media panic reflects a broader failure of proportional public health communication.
Here’s a Thought: Is Paging Dr. AI a Good Idea?
In today's culture, we crowdsource everything from brand names to bread starters. Here's what to know about handing your healthcare over to an algorithm.
Is This Hantavirus a Bioweapon?
If this Hantavirus outbreak proves to be a genuine threat, the key research will be to examine the virus genome for evidence of gain-of-function manipulation.
The Oral Microbiome: What Your Mouth Reveals About Your Health
Could the bacteria in your mouth be driving inflammation, cancer risk, and chronic disease? A Northwestern researcher explains the science and what to do about it.
Psychedelics in Medicine: Curiosity & Caution
Are psychedelic-assisted therapies ready to change medicine, or is the promise running ahead of the proof? IMA's Dr. Cole and Dr. Rutherford discuss.
