When it comes to our good health, there are no guarantees. However, you are in control of many health outcomes. Personally, I've made a decision to keep doctor visits to a minimum and prescription drugs out of my "medicine" cabinet.

My decision is constantly reinforced by learning about the drug industry. Here are two examples. I'm sure there are many more.

1. Diabetes Drug Maker Hid Test Data on Risks, Files Indicate
2. How a bone disease grew to fit the prescription

For me, these two stories act as motivators to live a healthy lifestyle.