What constitutes a ‘health’ story varies widely. In 2015 some of the most popular stories included a doctor’s note that went viral, a pregnant model with six-pack abs and a dangerous new drug trend.
Here’s a look at some of the most read health stories of 2015:
1. Doctor’s Sick Note
It became the most read doctor’s sick note in Canada. It was written for the employer of Lethbridge teen Kirby Reding and was posted to the website Reddit by his friend, under the username eaglel66. While the note explains Reding’s absence, the doctor goes one step further, suggesting the documentation is a waste of time.
It says the worker had a cold and sensibly stayed home rather than spreading the illness to co-workers. Canadians and physicians both responded with their opinions of sick note policies.
The letter goes on to say:
“I have no test for the common cold and therefore believe him/her, however you feel his time and mine should be wasted by making him sit in the walk in clinic for hours and me spending time writing a sick note that I could be spending on people who genuinely need my attention.”
WATCH BELOW: A poll points out unnecessary visits to the doctor’s office are taking a toll on the health care system. Teri Fikowski reports.
2. What doctors had to say about a pregant model with six-pack abs
Her baby was due in 10 days, but that didn’t stop pregnant model Sarah Stage from showing off her washboard abs and barely-there baby bump.
While plenty of women take pregnancy selfies to document their progress, Stage’s photos stirred up controversy on social media. Some spectators celebrated her toned body, but others questioned the plausibility and safety of her pregnancy.
WATCH ABOVE: Model Sarah Stage faced controversy and criticism for sharing images of her toned pregnant body.
Dr. Jennifer Ashton told ABC News that Stage’s weight gain – the model says she put on 20 pounds – was within reason. Keep in mind, women should gain between 20 and 40 pounds throughout their pregnancy, she added.
“The fact that she looks skinny on Instagram does not mean her baby growth is restricted or too small. It has nothing to do with if you can see her muscles. If her uterus is the perfect size — and she has gained an amount of weight — that is acceptable,” Ashton said.
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