Category: health-letter

If you have chest pain or discomfort, how do you know if it is serious enough to warrant emergency medical attention?

Why do our hands and feet wrinkle up when immersed in water? Your article about moisturizers said they work by trapping water in the skin, so why don’t we wrinkle up after applying moisturizer?

Toenail fungus is difficult to treat, but two new types of treatment in testing may make it easier. One uses short-wavelength light, and the other requires drilling tiny holes in the affected nail.

Patient self-management programs may encourage patients to take more initiative regarding their health and medical care, but even if it only makes them feel more in control of their course of treatment, that is still beneficial.

A selection of health advice that is also good for the environment, including biking or walking to work, using less energy by going to bed earlier, setting the thermostat a little higher, and buying locally grown produce when possible.

There is evidence to suggest that niacin, a B vitamin, can help raise HDL cholesterol when taken in larger doses, but there are side effects to be considered.

Delirium is usually temporary, but older people who experience delirium may suffer permanent damage. It is believed that delirium is linked to dementia, but more research must be done before any conclusions can be made.

While estrogen therapy after menopause has been criticized for its negative side effects, some research is suggesting that the hormone may help reduce the risk of colon cancer in women.

My 47-year-old son suddenly lost hearing in one ear. They did some blood tests and he was given steroids and a medication called Valtrex. Now they are saying nothing can be done. Can you please address this issue?

Researchers are exploring the possibility of a connection between cardiovascular disease and Alzheimer’s disease and dememtia. The general advice for keeping the heart healthy may prove to keep the mind healthy as well.