Harvard Health Letter articles from February 2007

Harvard Health Letter archives from February 2007

Back surgery: To have or not to have.
February 1, 2007... Indecision is understandable, even a good idea, in light of inconclusive research results and lack of clear physical indicators. Is your back bothering you at the moment? Do you have a history of back problems? If you answer "yes" to one or...

12 things you should know about pain relievers.
February 1, 2007... A dozen take-home messages about the pills that take the hurt away. Remember when it was so simple? Take two aspirin, call the doctor in the morning. Now we've got a staggering number of pain relievers to choose from. Picking the right one...

The dish on fish.(benefits of fish)
February 1, 2007... Benefits outweigh risks, according to two recent reviews. We know, we know: We're supposed to eat fish. Several guidelines say a healthful diet should include two servings (usually defined as 3 ounces) per week. Fish contains...

By the way, doctor; B vitamins and homocysteine.(Brief article)
February 1, 2007... Q. How do B vitamins lower your homocysteine level, and how important is it to have a normal level? A. Homocysteine is an amino acid that is part of everyone's normal body chemistry. But people with high concentrations in their blood are...

By the way, doctor; Celiac disease and thin bones.
February 1, 2007... Q. I have celiac disease, and the disease has weakened my bones. But I'm male; I thought thin bones were primarily a problem for women? And why should a disease of my intestines affect my bones? Finally, what can be done about it? A....