Harvard Women's Health Watch articles from May 2005

Harvard Women's Health Watch archives from May 2005

Aspirin study refocuses prevention message for women.
May 1, 2005... Aspirin therapy does less than anticipated in preventing heart attacks in women -- but more than we knew in warding off strokes. Everyone was surprised by the long-awaited results of the Women's Health Study, released in March 2005. The...

In brief; One more reason to get enough sleep.
May 1, 2005... Most of us are familiar with the short-term costs of sleep deprivation: reduced alertness, daytime sleepiness, irritability, and trouble concentrating. Long-term sleep loss can have more serious health effects, including depression,...

10 research-proven tips for better memory.
May 1, 2005... Healthful habits help protect memory, but the aging brain may need an extra tweak or two to stay sharp. If you're age 50 or over, chances are you've noticed some decline in your ability to remember things. Perhaps you can't recall why you...

Health benefits of taking probiotics.
May 1, 2005... We take vitamins and minerals to safeguard our health. Should we also add a daily dose of bacteria? Bacteria have a reputation for causing disease, so the idea of tossing down a few billion a day for your health might seem -- literally and...

By the way, doctor; Is snoring bad for my health?
May 1, 2005... Q. I'm told I snore at night. I was completely unaware of it. Is snoring unhealthy? A. About 28% of women ages 30-60 snore regularly. It's usually not a serious problem, unless it's caused by sleep apnea (more on this below). Snoring...

By the way, doctor; Is Zelnorm safe?(tegaserod maleate)
May 1, 2005... Q. I have irritable bowel syndrome, with frequent bloating and constipation. My doctor prescribed a six-week course of Zelnorm, which really helped. Is it safe to take long-term? A. Zelnorm (tegaserod maleate) is a prescription medication...