Harvard Health Letter: February 2006

Stopping hiccups

Whether sensible or amusing, hiccup remedies work by interrupting the hiccup reflex. More »

Re-javanation: That cuppa joe might have some health benefits

New studies suggest coffee may not be bad for you, as is generally supposed, and it may even have some benefits. More »

Should you worry about high triglycerides?

A high triglyceride level may be cause for concern, but diet, exercise, and supplements can make a big difference. More »

H. pylori: Does it have a silver lining?

Though recently identified as the cause of most stomach ulcers, Helicobacter pylori might not be all bad. More »

Watch your K rations

Knowing how much potassium you need, and how best to get it, is not an exact science. More »

In brief: Sudden sweat may signal a heart attack

Sweating is an almost as common, but lesser-known, sign of heart attack as more "classic" chest pains. More »

In brief: Could melatonin calm irritable bowels?

A recent study suggests melatonin may have a beneficial effect on irritable bowel syndrome. More »

By the way, doctor: Could this skin condition be caused by stress?

A description of lichen planus, a rare skin condition. Doctors don't know why it occurs, but it is unlikely to be affected by stress. More »

By the way, doctor: Will quitting aspirin help get rid of these splotches on my arms?

While abstaining from aspirin may improve senile purpura, it is not recommended for those who are worried about cardiovascular health. More »

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Stopping hiccups

Re-javanation: That cuppa joe might have some health benefits

Should you worry about high triglycerides?

H. pylori: Does it have a silver lining?

Watch your K rations

In brief: Sudden sweat may signal a heart attack

In brief: Could melatonin calm irritable bowels?

By the way, doctor: Could this skin condition be caused by stress?

By the way, doctor: Will quitting aspirin help get rid of these splotches on my arms?

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