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The Medicine Cabinet: Ask the Harvard Experts
From Harvard Health Publications, "The Medicine Cabinet: Ask the Harvard Experts," will provide consumers with advice from a team of highly respected doctors at the Harvard Medical School. The Harvard team will answer commonly asked questions about the efficacy, safety and side effects of a wide range of pharmaceuticals, drugs, herbs and supplements.
The Medicine Cabinet: Ask the Harvard Experts Samples
Getting Rid of Asthma-Causing Dust Mites
Q: My grandchildren have asthma. A: In most homes, the largest population of dust mites is in the bedroom, especially in mattresses, pillows and carpeting.
You Can Prevent Type 2 Diabetes
Q: I'm 50 years old and a bit overweight. A: Yes, you might be able to prevent it. In one recent study, people at high risk for type 2 diabetes lowered their risk of developing diabetes by 58 percent over 3 years.
Who Should Get the Vaccine to Prevent Shingles?
Q: If I never had chickenpox, do I need a shingles vaccine? A: The shot you're talking about is an immunization against a virus called the varicella-zoster virus.
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