March 19, 2010
   

Warnings about the effects of prescription drugs on children are often not reported accurately... >
Stress is a feeling, but it is also a biological reaction that has beneficial and harmful effects, depending on its duration. What you need >
A series of studies on exercise and aging shows that brisk walking can improve bones, heart and balance. >
Psychiatric Drugs and Pregnancy
What should women who are taking medication for depression or anxiety do when they become pregnant? A recent study recommends that options be weighed carefully with one's physician. In addition, timing, both how long the mother-to-be has been taking the drug, as well as what trimester she is in, can make a difference. Another study found that at least one non-pharmacological treatment, acupuncture, could help ease depression. >

Is gall bladder removal the only way to treat gallstones, even if the attacks are infrequent? Are there alternatives to surgery? More >

A surgeon and Harvard Medical School professor discovers that a checklist is the best way to the prevent dangerous errors that can develop when we face complex problems. More >
How much time does your doctor spend with you during an average office visit?
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A physical therapist shows how poor body alignment is behind most injury and teaches you the safe way to do many daily tasks. More >
Which of the following statements is true?
A. Most obese people have low metabolic rates.
B. Most obese people have more fat not more muscle.
C. Dieting doesn't work for people who have the "obese" genes.
D. Most obese children become obese adults.
Adults: Diet Makes A Difference
It's not too late: Even older adults can lower their cholesterol by eating fish and cutting down on butter and saturated fats. >
Chickenpox Vaccine Helps Even After Exposure
The varicella vaccine helps reduce, and may prevent, symptoms even when it is given after exposure to the virus. >
Nicotine Patches: Longer is Better
Using a nicotine patch for six months, rather than the standard two, slightly raises the chances that a person will remain cigarette-free. >
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