People who walk more or walk faster live longer, study finds
For sleep apnea, a dental device may be as effective as CPAP
Rosacea treatments: What works?
Carb cycling: What is it, and does it work?
Understanding orthorexia: Have your healthy eating goals gone too far?
Salmonella, E. coli, Cyclospora, and other germs that cause food poisoning: What you need to know
Melatonin or magnesium: Can either supplement help you sleep?
Naturally gluten-free foods
Shingrix shingles vaccine linked with lower heart disease risks
Harvard study: Healthier fats linked to longer life after prostate cancer diagnosis
Howard E. LeWine, MD
Chief Medical Editor, Harvard Health Publishing; Editorial Advisory Board Member, Harvard Health Publishing
Dr. Howard LeWine is a practicing internist at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston, Chief Medical Editor at Harvard Health Publishing, and editor in chief of Harvard Men’s Health Watch.
Posts by Howard E. LeWine, MD
Exercise and Fitness
Whole-body vibration doesn’t slow bone loss
Diabetes and metabolic health
When should a high TSH lead to a higher thyroid hormone dose?
Howard E. LeWine, MD
Taking blood pressure pills at bedtime may prevent more heart attacks, strokes
Heart Health
“Portfolio” beats low-fat diet for lowering cholesterol
Kidney and urinary health
When is treatment needed for high uric acid?
Skin and hair health
What can cause painful bumps on the shins?
Healthy aging and longevity
How can past substance use affect aging?
Ear, nose, and throat
What can cause a red, tingling tongue?
Heart Health
Painkillers pose problems for people with heart disease
Immune and infectious diseases
Is scarlet fever a one-time illness?
Preventive care
What can a high MCH blood test result indicate?
Cancer
Should smokers be tested for lung cancer?
Diabetes and metabolic health
Can stress affect your thyroid health?
Diabetes and metabolic health
Is a thyroid-stimulating hormone level of 1.32 healthy?
Immune and infectious diseases
What does a slightly high lymphocyte percentage mean on my bloodwork??
Heart Health
What should you know about atrial fibrillation without heart disease?
Respiratory health
What is an emphysematous bleb?
Kidney and urinary health
What is causing my low sodium level?
Brain health
What can help ease orthostatic tremor?
Women's Health
Could hand and foot cramps be related to your menstrual cycle?
Pain
Could my diabetes be behind shooting shin pain?
Preventive care
Does a colonoscopy affect blood donation?
Kidney and urinary health
Which specialist treats a blocked ureter?
Medications and treatments
Is Viagra safe to take with Eliquis?
People who walk more or walk faster live longer, study finds
For sleep apnea, a dental device may be as effective as CPAP
Rosacea treatments: What works?
Carb cycling: What is it, and does it work?
Understanding orthorexia: Have your healthy eating goals gone too far?
Salmonella, E. coli, Cyclospora, and other germs that cause food poisoning: What you need to know
Melatonin or magnesium: Can either supplement help you sleep?
Naturally gluten-free foods
Shingrix shingles vaccine linked with lower heart disease risks
Harvard study: Healthier fats linked to longer life after prostate cancer diagnosis
