My 59-year-old husband just came home after being hospitalized for a mild heart attack. He was only in the hospital for five days and he feels great, though he does have to take three prescription medicines plus aspirin. I?m writing because my husband?s doctor doesn?t want him to go back to work for another six weeks even though his job doesn?t involve any lifting. I think the stress of staying home would be worse than going to work. Please advise.
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Radiation therapy for breast cancer can lead to narrowed coronary arteries, particularly for women with left-sided breast cancer.
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Researchers are exploring a possible link between microbes that live in the digestive system and the development of atherosclerotic plaque.
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I recently switched from Prilosec to its generic form, omeprazole, and it doesn’t relieve my heartburn as well as Prilosec. Aren’t generics supposed to be the same as the brand-name drugs?
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A comparison of treatments for neck pain found that both spinal manipulation and a program of exercises were more effective than medication.
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I know someone who swears by Vaseline as a face cream. What do you think?
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In the past you have discussed blood in the urine. I don’t have that problem, but during my annual checkup last week, my doctor found protein in my urine. Is it a serious problem? And what should I do about it?
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A study of patients with Parkinson’s disease found that participating in regular tai chi sessions improved their balance and control of their movements.
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An important study shows that palliative care can be beneficial, especially when it’s started early.
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While the mechanisms of the placebo effect are far from being fully understood, the patient’s expectation of improvement and changes in brain chemistry appear to be important factors.
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