Are weight-loss drugs worth trying?
New weight-loss drugs add to options for treating obesity in conjunction with diet and exercise.
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Ask the Doctor: Heartburn medications and the heart
I?ve read news reports that the heartburn drug I take may cause heart attacks. Should I worry about this?
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Research we’re watching: Survey finds wide use of compounded postmenopausal hormones
A third of women who use postmenopausal hormones take “bioidentical” hormones from compounding pharmacies, but they report more side effects than women taking FDA-approved hormones.
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Heart-safer NSAID alternatives
Common pain relievers known as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) carry an added risk of heart problems. Use only what you need and for only as long as you need it. Men with heart problems should be extra cautious.
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Calcium supplements for bone health: Do you really need them?
Dietary guidelines recommend a relatively large amount of daily calcium to prevent bone fractures, but recent science has called this into question. Common calcium-rich foods can provide most of men’s daily needs.
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Where to get health care in a hurry
Retail clinics, such as those in drugstores, provide convenience and flat-rate pricing, but are best for basic and uncomplicated medical issues. E-visits allow you to talk to a doctor via the Internet and offer a wider range of services.
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Ask the Doctor: Will Prozac help my premenstrual depression?
I?ve had some severe bouts of depression before my periods. I have done my own research and I am willing to try an antidepressant. What dosage of Sarafem or Prozac is usually given to treat this?
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Boot camp for better sleep
Being worried about not being able to sleep can itself become the primary cause of insomnia. A counseling technique called cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) can help. It is more effective than sleeping pills in the long term.
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Not satisfied with your sex life?
Erectile dysfunction usually stems from inadequate blood supply to the penis, but other causes can contribute. Diagnosing it and getting the right treatment requires a frank conversation with a doctor about your sexual function.
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Vanquishing varicose veins
Exercise and support hose can control varicose veins; minimally invasive outpatient procedures can eradicate them.
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