Linda Wasmer Andrews
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Abstracts of Magazine Articles, 2000 |
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| Here are abstracts of just a few of my periodical articles about health and psychology that were published in 2000. |
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Itching for AnswersMature Outlook, December 2000All winter flakes aren't made of snow. Dry, flaky skin is a common problem in winter, when cold air outside and heated air inside are low in humidity. If you're itching for solutions to dry skin, this article offers practical advice, such as buying a humidifier, using soap sparingly, and applying a moisturizer right after your bath. This is one of seven short articles I wrote for the December Health column. Blunting After-Meal Glucose SpikesDiabetes Self-Management, November/December 2000In recent years, research has confirmed what physicians and patients have always suspected: To achieve the best possible health, people with diabetes need to mimic the physiology of a nondiabetic body. The newest medications are a boon to people trying to meet this goal. For example, some of the latest drugs help people make or replace insulin right after meals when they need it, the way a healthy pancreas does, without raising insulin too high at other times. This article discusses drug options for controlling after-meal glucose spikes. Support GroupsArthritis Self-Management, November 2000Growing numbers of people with arthritis are getting by with a little help from their friends. In 1997, the most recent year for which the Arthritis Foundation has statistics, more than 63,000 people took part in support groups offered by that organization alone. This article tells how to find the right group for you. It also discusses the trend toward virtual support in chat rooms and online forums. She Who Laughs, LastsMature Outlook, October 2000Laughter really may be the best medicine. Research has shown that it can decrease stress hormones and increase infection-fighting antibodies. It also can improve a person's tolerance for pain. This is one of nine short articles I wrote for the October Health column. In Search of SleepArthritis Self-Management, September 2000More than 100 million Americans have trouble sleeping. This nighttime tossing and turning can lead to daytime problems, including tiredness, poor concentration, and irritability. Tips for getting a good night's sleep include exercising regularly, starting your own bedtime ritual, slowing down your mind at bedtime, and making your bedroom quiet and peaceful. Listen Up!Mature Outlook, August 2000New research on the inner workings of the ear may one day lead to drugs that would slow age-related hearing loss. The research deals with tiny hair cells found within the inner ear, where they act as amplifiers. These delicate cells are vulnerable to breakdown from aging, disease, and loud noise, but the right drugs might help extend their natural lifetime. To Market, To MarketDiabetes Self-Management, July/August 2000This article tells how new drugs are approved and monitored by the Food and Drug Administration. Fast approvals and slow removals have led to recent criticisms of the agency. A sidebar follows the drug development process from laboratory to pharmacy. Smile!Mature Outlook, June 2000Recent advances in dentistry are something to smile about. From painless drillings and invisible fillings to new drugs and surgical techniques, the treatment of cavities and gum disease has gone high tech. Tooth bleaching and braces offer the promise of a younger-looking smile, while dental implants provide an updated alternative to old-fashioned dentures and bridges. This article tells about the latest developments in dentistry for older adults. Prescription PointersMature Outlook, April 2000According to the Food and Drug Administration, 30% to 50% of people don't take drugs as prescribed. This spoonful of advice helps the medicine go down—and the advice isn't even sugarcoated. The article offers pointers on taking medications safely and effectively. It addresses topics such as patient compliance, multiple medications, mail and Internet pharmacies, and insurance issues. Also included are sidebars on how to get the most from your medications, read a prescription, and use the new labels on over-the-counter drugs. Breakthrough to the MillenniumMature Outlook, February 2000 (Supplement)The past few years have brought several big gains in the fight against arthritis. The new treatment options include drugs that offer pain relief with fewer side effects, shots that replace lost natural lubricant in the knee in osteoarthritis, and drugs that target a specific component of the immune system in rheumatoid arthritis. This story discusses the latest osteoarthritis treatments, such as Vioxx (rofecoxib), Celebrex (celecoxib), and viscosupplementation. It also describes new rheumatoid arthritis treatments, such as Arava (leflunomide), Enbrel (entanercept), Remicade (infliximab), and the Prosorba column. |
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