People suffering from arthritis pain may want to consult their physicians about new treatment options, especially if their current treatments are causing unpleasant side effects, such as upset stomach. The anti-inflammatory medications celecoxib (Celebrex, Searle/Pfizer) and rofecoxib (Vioxx, Merck and Co.) were both shown to be effective in relieving arthritis pain, according to two...
Vasectomies are less painful and invasive, require less recuperation time and are much less expensive than “tubals.” The price tag is typically somewhere between $400 and $600, but can be as much as $1,000. If both partners are comfortable with sterilization and the relationship is stable, vasectomy is the preferred surgical procedure.
There are several changes that occur in the vagina after menopause as a consequence of reduced estrogen levels. The blood supply to vaginal tissues is less abundant, resulting in decreased lubrication and vaginal dryness. The walls of the vagina become thinner and less elastic, contributing to pain that may be experienced with intercourse and...
You can choose to let stress overwhelm you, or you can choose to take charge and learn to manage it — your way. The key to any successful stress-management program is to identify a variety of stress-management strategies that work effectively for the many different types of stress you experience.
Will you baste burgers? Sizzle steak? Chop chicken or filet fish? Whatever your dining delights this July 4th, grab your chef’s apron and practice good grill skills!
While many of your members are part of the 75 million Americans who experience lower back pain, they can prevent injuries with strength exercises.