Harvard Women's Health Watch articles from February 2004

Harvard Women's Health Watch archives from February 2004

The benefits of mindfulness.
February 1, 2004... Learning to focus the mind can be a healthful antidote to the stresses and strains of our on-the-go lives. If a high-tech device could tune in to your mind occasionally throughout the day, would it receive a smooth signal of your mind fully...

What to do about bunions.
February 1, 2004... Painful bunions can interfere with walking and exercising, so it's important to seek treatment before they become disabling. Chances are you remember the shoes that started all the trouble. They seemed a bit tight, but oh, did they look...

Nutrition - Vitamin D's day in the sun.
February 1, 2004... Experts say we need more of the sunshine vitamin to counter an alarming surge of bone problems. Although calcium gets most of the publicity, vitamin D is equally important in preventing bone loss and fractures. Without it, our bodies can't...

By the Way, Doctor - Should I take a daily aspirin?(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... Q My husband takes an aspirin every day to reduce his risk of another heart attack. I'm 60 and healthy. Is there any reason I shouldn't do the same to avoid a heart attack or stroke? A There's scientific evidence that aspirin can be helpful...

By the Way, Doctor - What can I do about lichen sclerosus?
February 1, 2004... Q I've been told I have lichen sclerosus. What can you tell me about it? A Lichen sclerosus is a progressive skin disorder that can affect people of all ages, but occurs most often in postmenopausal women. The condition, which is...