Wednesday, July 9, 2008

Lindsay Lyon

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The Wisdom on Wisdom Teeth

Surgeons favor pre-emptive action; others might wait and see. more >>

The Value of Guarding Kids' Teeth

An early push against decay can prevent costly fixes later. more >>

Braces Look All Grown Up

Less conspicuous ways to realign teeth more >>

How People With Diabetes Can Protect Their Feet

Being alert to signs of an infection can prevent far worse. more >>

Preventing Foot Ulcers Caused By Diabetes

The personal and economic costs of foot infections and amputations are enormous. more >>

Big 10 of Tobacco: America's Smokiest States

These states ranked worst nationwide in a report on how state governments are dealing with smoking. more >>

Top 10 States in Tobacco Control

These states ranked highest in how well their governments control smoking. more >>

Want to Be Happier? Here's How

A new book offers some tools designed to raise your happiness "set point." more >>

Zapping Varicose Veins in Mere Minutes

The latest technology is fast and less painful. more >>

Touch Therapy

Alternative remedies more >>

Reiki

Alternative remedies more >>

A Mixed Bag of Alternative Remedies

This handful of unconventional practices only hints at the breadth of the spectrum. more >>

A New Warning About Painkilling Patches

Fentanyl is a powerful pain reliever, but it poses a threat to certain types of patients, the FDA says. more >>

The Rising Allure—and Danger—of Hookah

Contrary to smokers' impressions, water pipes aren't necessarily safer than cigarettes, experts say. more >>

A Bone Strength Quiz for Women

This quick test may identify 80 percent of post-menopausal women who may break a hip within five years. more >>

When Family Feels Like the Enemy

Emotional conflicts between spouses or among close kin can take a toll on physical health. more >>

A Bone Strength Quiz for Men

Answer three simple questions to see if you might benefit from a bone scan. more >>

Advancements on Other Fronts

Monitoring, treatment options are growing more >>

Housing for Your Elderly Parents, in Your Backyard

The tiny-house movement might hold an answer for families moving Mom and Dad in. more >>

A Nasty Bug Breaks Out

Drug-resistant staph bacteria now stalk even students more >>

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