Results of two studies on possible dietary influences on prostate cancer raise questions, but they must be placed in the larger context of how a man’s diet affects his overall health.
Alcohol’s benefits to cardiovascular health are well known, but even moderate consumption comes with an increased risk for a stroke.
I have pain from osteoarthritis in both knees. I’m curious about the cream made from a substance in hot peppers. How does it relieve pain?
An analysis of studies lends additional insight to the evidence that using Chantix to quit smoking increases the risk of a cardiovascular event.
New research gives men with early-stage prostate cancer a way to estimate their chances of keeping sexual function after treatment. The study involved about 1,000 men. They were given a questionnaire before and after treatment. The questionnaire was fairly accurate in predicting post-treatment sexual function. In men who had surgery, it was 77% accurate. In those who had radiation, it was 90% accurate. The odds of sexual function varied widely. For example, between 53% and 92% of men who had standard radiation maintained their sexual function. A man’s specific odds depended upon his prostate-specific antigen (PSA) level and whether he also had hormone therapy. The findings may help men get an idea of what to expect after treatment. The study was published in the Journal of the American Medical Association. The Associated Press wrote about it September 20.
Herbal supplements, certain vitamins, and other naturally occurring substances may provide relief for some mental health conditions.
Electronic communication with patients may help improve the treatment of depression.
I am a healthy 25-year-old woman. I really don’t have anything wrong with me. How often do I really need to go for a routine check-up?
New research suggests that environmental factors play a much larger role in the development of autism spectrum disorders than previously believed.
Dr. Michael Miller, editor in chief of the Harvard Mental Health Letter, offers an appreciation of a psychiatrist considered a pioneer in cognitive therapy.