Category: health-letter

A friend has sarcoidosis. How bad a disease is it? Can it be prevented and treated effectively?

I have a feeling of fullness in my ears that won’t go away. I think it has been diagnosed as something called eustachian tube dysfunction. I have been to several otolaryngologists. Nothing has worked. Suggestions?

There is still no cure for a cold, but you may be able to prevent one, or at least cut down on its duration.

Respiratory tract infections include the common cold, sinusitis, pharyngitis, bronchitis, and pneumonia. Hand washing is the most effective action people can take to prevent getting one of these infections.

Studies examine various aspects of the health benefits of walking: gait speed, use of hiking poles, and type of footwear.

Certain ingredients in some brands of mouthwash may help prevent bad breath, but some experts think that using a toothbrush on the tongue is more effective.

Some doctors strongly advise against the use of generic drugs with the argument that manufacturing processes are better controlled in branded medicines. What is your view?

Concern about possible overuse of implantable cardioverter-defibrillator devices has led to a reevaluation of their benefits and risks.

The electrocardiogram is useful in diagnosing many heart conditions, and is receiving new attention due to its role in determining whether someone has had a heart attack.

Palliative care, which aims to improve a person’s quality of life during a serious illness, may also result in prolonging life in certain cases.