Harvard Women's Health Watch articles from December 2004

Harvard Women's Health Watch archives from December 2004

The benefits of good connections.
December 1, 2004... Strong relationships with others can improve our health and help us live longer. For many of us, the holidays mean family gatherings, parties with friends, religious services, and community activities. Such occasions provide an opportunity...

Stepping out with a cane.
December 1, 2004... When injury, disability, or balance problems threaten to sideline you, the right cane can keep you safely on the go. If you've ever had a fracture or surgery affecting your leg, knee, or hip, you may have used a cane to help you walk while...

How to treat troublesome fibroids.
December 1, 2004... The options for treating fibroids are numerous and varied. Here's help in finding what's best for you. Every year in the United States, thousands of women undergo hysterectomies and other procedures to treat fibroids -- fibrous growths...

Skin conditions; What to do about warts.
December 1, 2004... Ugly and annoying, warts never go away fast enough. Several steps may help speed their departure. Warts are generally harmless and disappear on their own over time, but nobody wants them. They can be unsightly, and some, like those found...

By the way, doctor; How can I avoid holiday weight gain?
December 1, 2004... Q Every year, I gain about 5 pounds over the holidays. And every year, it gets harder to take them off. Do you have any suggestions for avoiding weight gain this season? A The key to weight control is the same year round: Avoid taking in...