The Harvard Health Letter delivers timely, authoritative
health information from one of the world’s most trusted sources – the
experts at Harvard Medical School. Read
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If you’re concerned about heart disease, you need expert information
and advice you can trust. The Harvard Heart Letter,
from Harvard Medical School, is your monthly advisory on the latest developments
in heart health, new treatments, prevention, and research breakthroughs. Read
more
Harvard Women’s Health Watch – the monthly
newsletter that focuses on the special health concerns of women, with
expert information and advice from the specialists at Harvard Medical
School. Read
more
Harvard Men’s Health Watch addresses the health
issues that matter to men the most. From prostate disease to hair loss,
from exercise programs to heart health, this monthly newsletter helps
men lead longer, healthier lives. Read
more
The Harvard Mental Health Letter is a unique resource
that covers a wide range of mental health issues and concerns. It presents
the latest thinking, treatment options, therapies and debate of interest
to both mental health care professionals and the concerned public. Read
more
Asthma may be one of the most misunderstood disorders in medicine. If
you have asthma, you have probably heard at one point or another that
it developed because of excess stress or some kind of psychological weakness.
Perhaps one of your neighbors has recommended a special diet, while another
warns against eating certain foods. Or maybe you think that you should
treat your asthma only when you experience a flare-up of symptoms. Read
more
If you or someone you love is caring for a patient with Alzheimer’s
Disease, this report can be an invaluable tool. When Alzheimer's disease
is diagnosed, it not only affects the patient, but the caregivers as well.
With planning, patience, knowledge, and support, you can better meet the
challenges posed by this disease and improve the quality of your life and
the life of the patient. Read
more
No one likes to think about what could happen to him or her in the event
that they are unable to make medical decisions for themselves, but it’s
an inevitable part of life. Advance care directives allow you to choose
someone to make health care decisions for you if you are unable to do so,
and let you specify what kinds of treatment you’d like in different
circumstances.
Although advance care directives are important forms to fill out, they’re
not difficult to understand, and you don’t need a lawyer’s
help. A Guide to Living Wills and Health Care Proxies will
explain the process, give you tips on talking about this difficult subject,
and provide you with most of the forms you need. Read
more
If you are concerned with the drinking habits of a loved one or yourself, Alcohol
Use and Abuse can help you identify what may or may not be
alcohol dependence, plus offer practical information on how and where
to receive the best substance abuse treatment available. Read
more
Joint pain? Swelling? Arthritis is no longer an inevitable consequence
of aging, nor is the joint pain and swelling that accompanies it! You
no longer have to live with arthritis pain. With a host of new therapies
available, find out which one may be right for you. Read
more
You don’t have to live in fear and embarrassment. Incontinence
is a medical problem, and help is available. Get the latest treatment
options from the experts at Harvard Medical School. Read
more
Is a bird flu pandemic “inevitable” as so many health experts
believe? Is there a way to protect yourself and your family from this
deadly virus? Get the answers to your most urgent questions from the
trusted experts at Harvard Medical School. This in-depth report goes
behind the alarming headlines to provide the most accurate information
based on the latest scientific research and practical advice of Harvard
doctors. Read
more
A silent thief of bone. An inevitable part of aging. Not long
ago, osteoporosis was defined in these ways, but advances in detection
and treatment, coupled with a better understanding of how to prevent
this disease, have cast osteoporosis in a new light. There are more ways
than ever before to gauge your bone strength and protect yourself!. Read
more
If fatigue is an everyday problem, it’s time to seek help! The Boosting
Your Energy Report can help you restore high physical energy
levels, combat fatigue, and live life to the fullest. Read
more
Today women have many more choices to make about after a diagnosis
of breast cancer. Whether you’re concerned about your risk or have
been recently diagnosed, the Breast Cancer Report provides
the latest information on using the latest detection methods, understanding
your diagnosis, and choosing the most effective treatment for your breast
health. Read
more
As a caregiver, you surely could use a helping hand, too! The Caregiver’s
Handbook can help. It offers detailed information on putting
together a caregiving plan, talking to your loved one about the situation,
drawing on resources in the community, and addressing legal, medical,
and financial planning issues. Read
more
Taking a deep breath may be difficult, but you are not alone. About
16 million Americans have COPD lung disease, but there is promising new
research on the horizon. Discover the latest treatment advances in the COPD
Report. Read
more
Is anxiety ruling your life? Are panic attacks affecting your day-to-day
activities? Is a phobia preventing you from leading a healthy and productive
life? For every individual with an emotional health disorder, many more
are affected by it, including spouses, children, other relatives, friends,
and employers. Coping with Anxieties and Phobias will
provide the latest information on the causes and treatments of anxiety
disorders. Read
more
Have you recently lost a loved one or know someone who has? Grief often
produces a host of emotions, including numbness, despair, anger, sadness,
and guilt. Coping with Grief & Loss can help with
the wide range of emotions and ease sorrow in a time of loss. Read
more
Who hasn’t looked in the mirror and wanted to change a feature? Today,
a growing variety of cosmetic procedures make it possible to address
many problems. In 2004 along, 11.9 million cosmetic procedures were performed
in the United States, and American consumers spent $8.4 billion on these
treatments. Cosmetic Surgery A to Z offers in-depth
information about the latest skin rejuvenation procedures and cosmetic
surgeries from Botox and liposuction to laser resurfacing and facelifts,
and many more. Read
more
Perhaps the most feared doctor appointment of all is a visit to the
dentist. But the Dental Health for Adults report can
provide the information you need to maintain a dazzling smile and a healthy
mouth. From the latest dental care products to the newest, painless treatments
and restoration options, you’ll learn how to keep those pearly
whites shining for years to come. Read
more
There’s plenty of good news emerging about diabetes. Discover the
latest treatment advances and technological innovations that can help
diabetics enjoy long and healthy lives. Read
more
Not sure how to start an exercise regimen? Exercise: A Program
You Can Live With will help guide you through starting and maintaining
an exercise program that suits your abilities and lifestyle. You’ll
find answers to your questions on how much and what kind of physical
activity you need, as well as advice on fitness products currently in
the marketplace. Read
more
Do your feet hurt? Do your arches ache or your toes feel sore and swollen?
Whatever your age, you can improve your foot health and prevent many
problems from occurring. The Foot Care Basics Report can
help make aching feet a thing of the past. Read
more
While most people feel comfortable talking about pain in their back,
a lot of people try to hide or mask hand pain, which his often just as
debilitating. Learn about such common hand-pain-inducing problems as
carpal tunnel syndrome, arthritis, gout and tendonitis in Hands: Strategies
for strong, pain-free hands. Read
more
Forget your old ideas about healthy eating. Research done since the 1990s
shows beyond all doubt that you can lower your risk for the most serious
diseases of our time by following a healthy diet. Healthy eating, based
on this new science, can ward off 25% of all cancers and, combined
with exercising regularly and not smoking, can prevent possibly 90%
of cases of type 2 diabetes. Healthy Eating supplies the information
you’ll need to choose safe, nutritious foods. Read
more
One of the most frequent questions people with diabetes ask is “What
can I eat?” In Healthy Eating for Type 2 Diabetes,
you’ll learn how to eat well while achieving a healthy weight,
and managing your diabetes. Read
more
Excuse me? Say that again? Nearly 28 million Americans, or 10% of the
population, have some degree of hearing loss. A major cause is age, but
the single biggest cause of hearing loss is also on the rise: loud noise.
Learn what you can do to prevent and treat hearing loss in Hearing
Loss: A Guide to Prevention and Treatment. Read
more
In Home Safety
for Older Adults, we will show you how to implement a comprehensive
home safety plan. You’ll learn how to address or compensate for
the typical physiological changes that occur with age. You’ll find
out about the most common types of home injuries and how to avoid them,
or how to administer first aid if they occur. This report also contains
a list of the top five things you can do to keep yourself safe at home
and provides a room-by-room inventory of top safety concerns. Read
more
Stop the silent killer! Hypertension: Controlling the 'Silent
Killer' lays out a step-by-step lifestyle program you can use
to lower your blood pressure. It also covers blood pressure monitoring
and medications. With the information we have today, there is no need
for hypertension to be a killer any longer. Read
more
Does it take you longer to recall facts? Does something you heard just
a moment ago fade quickly from your mind? If you're like most people,
you worry that your memory isn't as sharp as it used to be. But memory
loss is not inevitable. This report is a practical guide to the causes
of memory loss and the steps you can take to improve your ability to
learn and remember for a lifetime. Read
more
Ask anyone with insomnia about the importance of a good night’s
sleep and you’ll likely get a very animated answer. Improving
Sleep: A Guide to Getting a Good Night’s Rest describes the complex nature
of sleep, the latest in sleep research, the factors that can lead to
sleep deprivation, and, most important, what you can do to get the sleep
you need for optimal health, safety, and well being. Read
more
Walk, jump, climb, or sit, your knees and hips take a lot of use and
abuse. Knees and Hips: A Troubleshooting Guide to Knee and Hip
Pain describes the most common knee and hip conditions along
with treatments and preventive tips. Read
more
Age successfully! We designed Living Better, Living Longer to
help you avoid or slow the onset and course of common health woes of
aging, such as heart disease, stroke, Alzheimer's disease, and sight
and hearing disorders. Its pages pose and answer many questions about
aging. Read
more
Americans are living longer than ever before! For many, those extra years
prove satisfying and productive. Thankfully, there is a lot you can do
to shape your future. Living Independently in Your Later Years offers
advice on what you can do to preserve your independence and
protect your health as you continue to age. Read
more
“My aching back!” If you’ve ever uttered those words,
then Low Back Pain: Healing Your Aching Back is the
must-have report for you. It details the latest diagnostic techniques
and describes treatments ranging from home-based exercise to surgery
and medications for lower back pain. Read
more
Are you the type of person who panics when sent for even the most routine
medical test? Medical Tests: A Practical Guide to Common Tests provides
you with information about common screening and diagnostic medical tests
so that you can breathe easier. You’ll learn why the test is needed,
how to prepare for it, what happens during the test, and so much more.
Now you can go in prepared!. Read
more
Menopause is no longer the obvious sign of aging it once was. Menopause:
Managing the Change of Life takes a view of the whole woman
and helps her sort through the latest medical findings and choose the
most practical strategies for making her midlife transition as easily
as possible. Read
more
Oh, my aching head! If you suffer from headaches, don’t despair.
Your pain probably isn’t an omen of some terrible disease, but
instead is a response to the realities of modern life: stress, fatigue,
and lack of sleep. Whether you suffer from tension, sinus or migraine
headaches, Headaches: Treating and Preventing Migraine and Other
Headaches discusses the range of available medications and headache-management
techniques. Read
more
About 1 in 9 people have some form of Chronic Kidney Disease, and another
20 million are at risk, yet many are unaware. A plethora of less serious,
common kidney ailments exist but are bothersome nonetheless, from kidney
stones to infections to cysts. Prevention is a key factor in keeping
your kidneys healthy. Read
more
Tired of waking up in the middle of the night to urinate? For a small
gland, the prostate can sure cause big problems. For many men in their
middle and older years, the prostate gland starts to cause trouble. Prostate
Disease: Finding the Cause and Cure reviews medical and surgical
treatments for both an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia)
and prostate cancer. Read
more
The physical transformations your body undergoes as you age can have
a major influence on your sexuality. By understanding the crucial physical
and emotional elements that underlie satisfying sex, you can better navigate
problems if they arise. The Sexuality in Midlife and Beyond Report is
an essential tool that can help you remain active, vibrant and vital
as you age. Read
more
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