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In the journals: Psychodynamic therapy is effective in treating chronic worry

A study comparing two types of therapy treatment for generalized anxiety disorder found that both therapies produced persistent positive results.

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Ask the doctor: Is bundle branch block serious?

I had an electrocardiogram in preparation for minor surgery. My doctor told me it showed that I have right bundle branch block. Neither he nor my cardiologist are worried about it, but I am. Is this serious?

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New cervical cancer vaccine highly promising, but questions remain

Studies of the cervical cancer vaccine found that it was most effective when given before the start of sexual activity, but the benefits and risks of the vaccine over time are still not fully known.

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Medical memo: Calling all men: Cell phones and sperm

Researchers are examining the possibility that heavy cell phone use may negatively affect a man’s sperm count.

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Special section: Cardiovascular connections: Psoriasis is more than skin deep

Psoriasis, which is not a skin disease but an immune disorder, may be linked to heart disease, possibly through inflammation.

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Heart Beat: A single pill for prevention?

A “polypill” containing multiple blood pressure medications, a statin, and aspirin may be a simple, workable approach to help prevent heart disease.

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By the way, doctor: How can a stress test be wrong?

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?

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Let’s talk to an expert

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.

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Cancer screening as we age

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.

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Update From the Medical Journals: November 2007

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