The other day, even with gloves, my fingers were so cold and numb that I had trouble unlocking my door. Is this something I need to worry about?
Bodywork
Bodywork: The truth about steroids and lung infections
I recently had a respiratory infection, and the doctor prescribed a steroid. Do these medications really alleviate respiratory symptoms?
Bodywork: Five questions for a healthier Thanksgiving
For Thanksgiving, I have some health questions. Let’s start with one I hear pretty much every year: Does eating turkey actually make you sleepy?
Bodywork: Do braces provide real relief for tennis elbow?
Are braces for joints another example of the placebo effect, or are they for real?
Bodywork: What causes fainting after running?
During a recent marathon, a friend stopped briefly to pose for a photo with family and friends. But when he did, he felt faint and nearly passed out. He went on to finish the race and reports no further problems. Is this something he needs to explore further with his doctor?
Bodywork: Making sense of new advice for aspirin and heart health
I’ve heard it said you should take an aspirin or baby aspirin a day to help prevent heart attacks and strokes. But I read that this advice has changed?
