Osteoporosis Medication: Options and Side Effects
Which osteoporosis drug is the safest? I have been told to take Evista, but am hesitant because of the risk of stroke.
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Month: April 2010
In Brief: Possible blood test for Alzheimer’s disease
An experimental blood test found that a pattern of proteins was present in people with Alzheimer’s disease and in those with mild cognitive impairment, considered a precursor condition to Alzheimer’s.
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Compulsive Behavior in Child
My 5-year-old daughter constantly puts her fingers into her mouth and on her face. She twirls and chews her hair and pulls on her eyelashes. What might cause this behavior and how do I find help?
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Commentary: How undecideds decide
Research into how the brain makes decisions found that in people who say they are undecided on an issue, the unconscious part of the brain often makes a decision before the conscious mind is aware of it.
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Ear Pain When Chewing
Each time I chew, I get a sharp pain in my left ear. What could cause this and what I can do to alleviate it?
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Use of Zocor with History of Hepatitis
Can you take Zocor if you have had hepatitis?
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In Brief: Repeat autism screening recommended for at-risk children
Siblings of children with autism are at higher risk of developing the disorder. A study suggests that these at-risk children should be screened around their first and second birthdays to increase the chance of detecting warning signs.
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Reducing Dust Mite Exposure
My grandchildren have asthma. What is the best way to clean carpets of dust mites: steam cleaners or dry chemicals? How often does cleaning need to be done? How can I be sure residue isn’t left after the cleaning?
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Causes of Ear Pressure and Blockage
My left ear feels muffled, like a seashell is covering it. It has been like this for about a year. I hold my nose and blow to “pop” my ears, but the feeling always comes back. What else should I do? Will this ever get better?
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Seafood and brain development
Pregnant and nursing women concerned about consuming too much mercury from seafood can safely eat fish if they follow certain guidelines regarding the quantity and kinds of fish they eat.
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