By the way, doctor: Why do I yawn when I exercise?
I’m 40, and for the past few years I’ve been starting to yawn whenever I get an intense aerobic workout. Is this something I should worry about?
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Combating MRSA: The drug-resistant “superbug”
Though the drug-resistant bacterial infection known as MRSA typically occurs in hospital settings, new cases have developed as patients are discharged and bring the infection with them into their communities.
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Heart Beat: Drive-through angioplasty?
Several European studies have found that the majority of people who undergo nonemergency angioplasty do not have to remain in the hospital overnight, but further study is needed before this practice becomes common in the US.
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Ask the doctor: Is this pain from my heart?
Every now and then I get a sudden, sharp pain on the left side of my chest, like a knife. I get a little dizzy, and then it disappears as quickly as it came on. Even though the test results were fine, it still scares me. Should I be concerned about this?
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By the way, doctor: What’s the right amount of vitamin C for me?
I'm 79 years old and have been taking 3,000 mg of vitamin C a day for years. I'm now uneasy about taking this amount and plan to cut back to 1,000 mg daily. Is this the right dose? Will my body be startled by the abrupt change?
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What the latest diet trial really means
The Atkins diet helped women lose weight more quickly compared to other diets, but long-term eating strategies that match food intake to calories burned are the most effective way to maintain a healthy weight.
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Snapshot of the American diet: Foods out of balance
Americans eat too much fat and refined sugar, and not enough vegetables, fruits, whole grains, and fish. Making some conscious substitutions and food choices can promote heart health.
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Heart Beat: It was only a matter of time: Plant sterols in chips
Plant sterols have been shown to reduce cholesterol, so a company is manufacturing tortilla chips with sterols added.
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By the way, doctor: Is vaginal estrogen safe for breast cancer survivors?
I’m 78. I had breast cancer nine years ago and have been taking Arimidex for six years. I have pain and some bleeding after intercourse, despite using Astroglide. My gynecologist prescribed vaginal estrogen cream. Is that safe for me?
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Essential tremor and how to manage it
Essential tremor is a condition that causes involuntary movement of the hands, and sometimes the head. It can be managed with certain medications and lifestyle adjustments.
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