Harvard Women's Health Watch articles from March 2007

Harvard Women's Health Watch archives from March 2007

Lung cancer screening in women.
March 1, 2007... Women seem to have a special vulnerability to lung cancer, whether they smoke or not. Is it time to be tested? Since the 1970s, we've come a long way toward parity with men. Unfortunately, when it comes to lung cancer, we're passing them...

What to do about cataract.(Clinical report)
March 1, 2007... After treatment, you may see better than you have in decades. Have you noticed that colors aren't as bright as they used to be? That there is more glare at night? That your distance vision is hazy, even with new glasses? By the time...

In Brief; Hot flash herb no better than placebo in large trial.(Brief article)
March 1, 2007... Black cohosh is the most popular herbal supplement used by perimenopausal and menopausal women, but its effectiveness against hot flashes and night sweats remains unproven. The herb, extracted from the roots and underground stems (rhizomes) of...

The benefits of balance training.(Clinical report)
March 1, 2007... Though not included in official exercise guidelines, balance training can do a lot to help keep us on our feet and active. With ankle sprains, it is important to restore ankle function as soon as possible after an injury. One important goal...

By the way, doctor; Does lysine prevent cold sores?(Drug overview)(Clinical report)
March 1, 2007... Q. For years, I was plagued by cold sores and took antiviral drugs to treat the outbreaks. But at a friend's suggestion, I started taking lysine every day, and it seems to prevent them altogether. What do you know about this supplement? A....

By the way, doctor; Does taking Prilosec cause hip fractures?(Brief article)(Clinical report)
March 1, 2007... Q. I heard that taking a proton-pump inhibitor could cause hip fractures. I've been taking 20 mg of Prilosec every day for a year. Should I be concerned? A. You're referring to a study published in the Dec. 27, 2006, Journal of the...