The 32-cent solution

Article Abstract:

A survey of 262 physicians indicates that about 33% of them do not always inform their patients of abnormal test results and 72% of the doctors always inform their patients of normal test results. To encourage doctors to return test results, patients can give the doctor a self-addressed stamped envelope.

Management, Physician and patient, Physician-patient relations, Self-care, Health, Self care (Health), Diagnosis, Laboratory, Laboratory diagnosis

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Tank heaven: water exercise may unplug pain

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Research indicates that exercising in warm water can reduce joint tenderness in people with arthritis better than just sitting in warm water, exercising on land or using progressive-relaxation techniques. Emotional and psychological benefits of exercising in warm water are also noted.

Care and treatment, Research, Arthritis, Hydrotherapy

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Catch fights cramps; relief could come for the sea

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Research indicates that fish oil capsules taken twice a day may reduce the pain of cramps and other menstrual symptoms such as headaches and nausea. Researchers believe that the omega-3 fatty acids in fish oil replace cramp-producing omega-6 fatty acid in the body.

Health aspects, Dysmenorrhea, Fish oils

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