health-letter
I’ve had an ER-positive breast cancer tumor removed. Now I am getting ready for follow-up therapy. I’ve heard that the aromatase inhibitors are better than tamoxifen. What is your opinion?
First it was Vioxx and now Avandia. Why can’t doctors and the government screen out unsafe medicines?
A review of the major health news of the year, including: the ongoing debate over blood sugar level in type 2 diabetics, a new source of stem cells, genetic testing marketed to the general public, a new type of CT scanning, and health care reform.
Since having a carcinoma removed, I’ve gotten a full-body examination by a dermatologist every six months. I recently went to a new dermatologist, who just took a quick look at my back, arms, and legs. I wonder what the standard is for a full-body exam.
Men are more likely than women to engage in unhealthy behavior, and less likely than women to seek or heed medical advice. This may be due to masculine notions about how men are supposed to behave.
There is some controversy about whether or not people should continue to get screening tests for certain cancers after age 75. Variables include the person’s overall health and whether or not additional life expectancy can be achieved.
Dr. I-Min Lee, a member of the government committee that helped establish new guidelines for recommended amounts of physical activity, discusses fitness and exercise.
How is it possible for someone with significant coronary artery disease to perform well on a cardiac stress test? Wouldn’t there be some signs of trouble?
Two books examine the health issues around aging and caregiving from different points of view, and offer advice and suggestions on how the United States health care system could be improved.
Seasonal affective disorder is thought to be caused by decreased exposure to sunlight during the winter months. Light therapy helps some people, and the FDA has approved the antidepressant bupropion for treatment as well.