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Sound machine for sleep
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New sound machines offer spectrum of frequencies

Our sound machine died, and my husband is shopping for a new one. It made sounds like rain and surf, which helped both of us sleep. The ads for some of the new machines talk about different colors of noise. Is that a real thing? Does it matter what kind we get?
April 3, 2024   |  
3 min read
Doctor typing on computer
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Infection rate of COVID down, hospitalizations still high

Ask the Doctors monthly letters column answers questions regarding all about COVID-19.
April 1, 2024   |  
3 min read
Research
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Clinical trials are used to advance medicine

I have been following your column for a few years now, and clinical trials get mentioned a lot. I know they are used to make sure that a new drug is safe, but other than that, I'm not sure what they are. What exactly is a clinical trial, and how does it work?
March 29, 2024   |  
3 min read
Examination
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Pinched nerve can impact quality of life

I have developed pain in my right hip that runs down my thigh and calf. An orthopedic specialist who looked at my scans says it may be a pinched nerve. But my physical therapist says it is inflammation. Can it be both? Is there a solution?
March 27, 2024   |  
3 min read
Alzheimer's drug image
Behavioral Health,
Science & Research
Portrait of nurse David Yamada
Healthy Lifestyle
Positive mature lady exercising indoors
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Study shows isometric exercise can lower blood pressure

My blood pressure is just a tiny bit high. Does that really matter? My doctor said I should think about taking a blood pressure drug, but I’d rather try to bring it down naturally. I just read that doing isometric exercises can lower blood pressure. Do you know if that's true?
March 25, 2024   |  
3 min read
Diet and nutrition
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Research suggests eating later may lower metabolism

I recently read about a study that says eating late makes it easier to gain weight. I would like to know more about that. I've been having success with weight loss by not eating after 6 p.m., and I wonder if the timing has anything to do with that.
March 22, 2024   |  
3 min read
Knee injury
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ACL repair options depend on lifestyle and severity

I twisted my knee snowboarding. I thought it was just a sprain, but it turns out I have a partial tear in my ACL. My doctor says I need surgery. If I just wait and am very careful, won't it eventually heal by itself?
March 20, 2024   |  
3 min read
Dr. Anne Saltzman on heart and mental health
Behavioral Health,
Healthy Lifestyle
pneumonia blog
Healthy Lifestyle

Can you catch pneumonia?

Pneumonia affects people of all ages, but it is avoidable. Knowing how you can catch it and how to prevent the spread of pneumonia may reduce your risk.
March 19, 2024   |  
4 min read
boost immunity blog
Healthy Lifestyle

5 ways to boost your immunity

No one wants to get sick. Learn five effective things you can do to help boost your immune system and fight off illness-causing germs.
March 19, 2024   |  
4 min read
sugar substitutes blog
Healthy Lifestyle

Guide to sugar substitutes

Reducing your sugar intake is a smart move. But replacing it with sugar substitutes isn’t necessarily a healthier choice. Learn why.
March 18, 2024   |  
3 min read
Doctor typing on computer
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Severity of compartment syndrome determines treatment timing

Ask the Doctors monthly letters column answers questions regarding acute compartment syndrome, styrene, and scents improving memory.
March 18, 2024   |  
3 min read
Walking outside together
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Taking a walk after eating can help with blood sugar control

When I had my annual checkup last fall, the blood test showed I am close to having prediabetes. My doctor said I need to change my diet and get more exercise. I recently read that taking a walk right after eating helps lower blood sugar. Do you know if that's true?
March 15, 2024   |  
3 min read
potassium
Healthy Lifestyle

Why you need potassium — and how to get more of it

Potassium is an essential mineral that supports heart health and your muscles and nervous system. But most Americans don’t get enough. Here’s how to get more.
March 15, 2024   |  
4 min read
Elderly care
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Probiotics may ease nonmotor symptoms of Parkinson’s

A good friend has Parkinson's disease. She has mentioned trying probiotics to her doctor, but he doesn't seem interested in the idea. My friend worries she might alienate him if she gets help from another doctor. Is there guidance about using probiotics with PD?
March 13, 2024   |  
3 min read