Is Obamacare Like Mandatory Auto Insurance? Nov 18, 2009
Other issues that seemed to have common sense for them but scientifically didn't pan out include teaching women self-breast exams, and putting women on estrogen replacement therapy. I recommend that emotions not guide people on scientific issues, but an honest, open and unbiased approach to science is the best. (Townhall.com)
7 ways doctors stay healthy on vacation Aug 1, 2009
Use these medical experts' battle plan to avoid colds, jet lag, and more. More from Budget Travel. (MSNBC -- Travel)
ASK DR. H: Over the years, gravity can impact height Jul 30, 2009
While weve got drugs to slow the rate of bone loss (estrogen replacement therapy, calcium) and drugs to reverse osteoporosis (Evista, Fosamax, Actonel and Boniva), we cant restore height to your spine. The only exception is an acute compression fracture, for which an orthopedic surgeon can perform a procedure called kyphoplasty to restore height and mend the fracture. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Eat Well, Live Longer Jun 25, 2009
Researchers from Tufts University and Wake Forest University evaluated the effect of a good diet on the progression of coronary artery disease in 224 postmenopausal women who had the disease when they enrolled in the Estrogen Replacement and Atherosclerosis Study. The better the diet, the slower the progression of disease, they found. (MEDLINEplus)
What should I consider before having uterus, ovaries removed? Apr 9, 2009
These symptoms can be relieved by estrogen replacement, which can be given by daily pill, a patch or a ring inserted into the vagina. Note that a postmenopausal woman with a uterus who is treated with estrogen should be treated with low-dose estrogen and another hormone, called a progestin. (CNN -- Health)
