Thursday, November 26, 2009

Matthew Shulman

Tooth Whitening Leads in Cosmetic Dentistry

A dentist can restore your pearly whites, or you can trim the cost by doing it yourself. more >>

12 Diseases That Altered History

Syphilis, hemophilia, and potato blight are among the ills that have changed the world. more >>

What Diseases Mean in the Modern World

An author discusses how outbreaks threaten economic development and public health. more >>

A Pesky Allergy to Fruit and Vegetables

Lots of people—including me—get that burning, itchy feeling known as oral allergy syndrome more >>

The Cataracts Are Gone—and So Is the Need for Glasses

With the latest implantable lenses, you can see near and far. more >>

The Doctor Says Get a CT Scan. Should You?

An expert on radiation offers some insights on how much is too much more >>

Bifocals Can Be a Pain in the Neck

Plenty of aging baby boomers are putting themselves at risk more >>

Confronting Sadness in Seniors

Often undiagnosed in the elderly, depression has signs that astute family members can spot. more >>

Keeping the Record Straight

New software lets you gather and update your medical history. more >>

Omega-3s to the Rescue; Virtual 3D Colon Check; Back Pain? Get Moving; Economic Costs of Chronic Disease

If You're Due for a Colonoscopy, Consider the Virtual Route

A researcher discusses his findings that CT scans do as good a job at detecting dangerous polyps. more >>

New Help for Parents Whose Children Have ADHD

Psychiatrists offer free online guidance on symptoms and treatments. more >>

Are You Easily Distracted? Try Some Tea

New research suggests that an amino acid in tea may help people focus. more >>

How to Create Your Own Personal Health Record

Using a software program or the Internet, you can gather all your medical records in one place. more >>

Kids and Sleep: They Need More

If you want a child to succeed in school, new research suggests sleep will help. more >>

Blind to the Need for Eye Testing

Routine eye screening can prevent vision loss, but many people don't realize its importance. more >>

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