Harvard Women's Health Watch articles from December 2008

Harvard Women's Health Watch archives from December 2008

What to do about social anxiety disorder.(Report)
December 1, 2008... What to do about social anxiety disorder The holidays are coming, with lots of convivial occasions * fun for most, but distressing if you suffer from social phobia. It's not unusual to feel nervous about meeting new people or attending...

Treating osteoporotic fractures of the spine.(Disease/Disorder overview)
December 1, 2008... Treating osteoporotic fractures of the spine Several options, from pills to procedures, can help ease pain and shore up bone. More than 1.5 million osteoporosis-related fractures occur each year in the United States, and nearly half of...

In the journals: studies find a link between hot flashes and cardiovascular risk.(Report)
December 1, 2008... In the journals Studies find a link between hot flashes and cardiovascular risk It's little wonder that hot flashes have come to symbolize the downside of menopause. The sudden increases in body temperature that trigger flushing and...

In the journals: Alexander technique helps relieve chronic back pain.(Report)
December 1, 2008... In the journals Alexander technique helps relieve chronic back pain Low back pain is one of the most common physical complaints, affecting 80% of people at some time in their lives. Most back pain goes away on its own, but recurring or...

By the way, doctor: how long should I keep getting Pap tests?
December 1, 2008... By the way, doctor How long should I keep getting Pap tests? Q. Is there an age when a woman no longer needs a Pap smear? A. Most women are used to getting a Pap test every year or two as part of their routine health care. A Pap...