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Linda Wasmer Andrews
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Abstracts of Magazine Articles, 2003
Here are abstracts of just a few of my periodical articles about health and psychology that were published in 2003.	View additional abstracts from 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004, 2002, 2001, and 2000.

Chilling News

Friendly Exchange, Winter 2003
They don't call it the common cold for nothing. Chances are, you'll have two to four colds this year, and your children may have six to eight. On top of that, there are about 95 million cases of flu in the United States annually. This article dispels six familiar myths about these all-too-common sources of wintertime misery.

Weather and Arthritis

Arthritis Self-Management, November/December 2003
You want to know if there's a cold front moving in. Do you switch on The Weather Channel? Or do you just listen to your stiff, achy joints? Many people with arthritis swear by the latter, but the science to support a weather-arthritis link is surprisingly weak. This article looks at possible mental and physical explanations for weather-related pain. It also offers tips on listening to your own body and weathering the weather, rain or shine.

The Absolute Best Ab Move

Self, November 2003
This article highlights a pair of recent studies that should have ab-conscious exercisers sitting up and taking notice. Want to know which ab moves have the most belly-busting potential? The two researchers put that question to the test in their labs, where they found some surprising answers. Hint: The old-fashioned full sit-up fared quite well. If you haven't done a full sit-up since sixth-grade P.E., the article also offers pointers on form.

Spinal Stenosis

Arthritis Self/Management, September/October 2003
Odds are, you'll experience back pain at some point in your life. Most likely, it will be due to a garden-variety muscle pull or strain. However, especially if you're over 50 and have arthritis, there's also a chance that it could be caused by spinal stenosis. This condition occurs when the spaces in the spine narrow, pinching the spinal cord or nerves. This article tells how the condition is diagnosed and treated. It includes a list of resources for more information.

Sinus Relief

Friendly Exchange, Fall 2003
One day, you're sniffling and sneezing with a common cold. You drink some juice, hit the sack early, and expect to get better soon. Several days later, you wake up feeling much worse instead. You've got a plugged-up nose, a nagging cough, and a head that feels three sizes too big for your skull. Your cold may have just turned into sinusitis, an inflammation of the nasal sinuses. If so, you're in good company: According to the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, about 37 million Americans are hit by sinusitis each year. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to help prevent or manage the problem. This article tells how you can breathe easier.

Bringing Physicians to Underserved Areas

Journal of Medical Licensure and Discipline, 89(3): 2003.
Everyone agrees that the distribution of doctors is a problem in the United States. The debate starts to heat up, however, when you talk about possible solutions. This eight-page journal article looks at a variety of approaches that different state medical boards have tried in an effort to bring more doctors to areas with physician shortages. They range from lowering licensure standards or providing a special licensing exam for certain foreign physicians to funding a program to repay student loans for new physicians who agree to practice in underserved areas.

Rating Diet Plans: Which Are the Most Effective?

Consumers Digest, July/August 2003
First, we heard that the secret to losing weight was counting calories. Then, it was cutting fat. Now, it's cutting carbohydrates. What to believe? This article explores the low-fat vs. low-carb controversy. It also weighs the pros and cons of 12 popular diet plans: Atkins Nutritional Approach, Carbohydrate Addict's Diet, DietWatch, eDiets, Jenny Craig, NutriSystem, Ornish Life Choice Program, Protein Power, Slim-Fast, Sugar Busters, Weight Watchers, and Zone.

Avoiding HR Burnout

HR Magazine, July 2003
Human resources (HR) has never been a job for stress wimps. Lately, though, the stress factor seems to be multiplied. This cover story describes some of the most common stressors facing HR professionals today, including being the bearer of bad news, balancing human and corporate interests, doing more with less, and coping with information overload. It also offers a wealth of HR-tested solutions to these problems. Sidebars explain the physiology behind the stress response, describe three anywhere-anytime stress relievers, offer more tips on stress management, and point to helpful resources.
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Shoulder Replacement Surgery

Arthritis Self-Management, May/June 2003
When you hear someone mention joint replacement surgery, chances are you think of a hip or knee. Today, however, the person may well be referring to shoulder replacement surgery, a procedure that can be just as successful at relieving arthritis pain as its more common cousins. This article explains the risks and benefits of the surgery. It includes a list of "shoulder shoulds" for the recovery period.

New Treatments for Allergy Relief

Consumers Digest, May/June 2003
Summertime pollen is blowing, and so are noses across the land. According to the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology, at least 36 million people in the United States have seasonal allergies, also known as hay fever. If you're among this number, you'll be glad to know that there are more medications available today with a wider range of actions than ever before. This article discusses antihistamines, decongestants, nasal corticosteroids, and more.

A Visit to a Pain Clinic

Arthritis Self-Management, March/April 2003
You're an arthritis patient who already has a primary care doctor and a rheumatologist. Still, you're bothered by chronic pain that's bad enough to put a serious crimp in your lifestyle, and it doesn't seem to be getting much better. It may be time to consider visiting a comprehensive pain center. This article describes the wide range of health care professionals, diagnostic techniques, and treatment options you may encounter there. It also includes a list of questions to ask when choosing a pain program.

Diagnosing Arthritis: Tests That Make the Grade

Arthritis Self-Management, January/February 2003
One day, you wake up with a stiff, sore shoulder or knee. Two weeks later, the pain and stiffness still haven't gone away. It might be arthritis—but it also might be a sports injury. To find out for sure and get the right treatment, you need to see a doctor for an accurate diagnosis. This article describes the most common lab and imaging tests used by doctors to make an initial diagnosis of arthritis.

4 Writing Goals for the New Year

Writer's Digest, January 2003
How many times have you spent January 1 resolving to make progress in your writing career? And how many times have you spent the next December 31 wondering where you went wrong? This article tells how to set writing goals that are as achievable as they are motivational. It also describes four kinds of goals for a well-balanced writing plan, based on income, clients, media, and visibility.

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