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Calming Down
Here Are the Facts About PTSD ..... Symptoms, causes, diagnosis and treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder.
Dealing With Life-Changing Experiences ..... Coping with major trauma.
Tried & True -- Exercise Cures the Blues ..... Exercise may be the thing to lift your spirits.

Sore Jaws & Antidepressants ..... Certain antidepressants have been linked to tooth grinding, headaches and more.
'Remembering When' Useful for Alzheimer's Patients ..... Ordinary reminiscing can provide benefits for Alzheimer's patients.
Marriage -- It Does a Body Good ..... Research shows married people report greater happiness and better health than singles.
Give Your Relationship Some CPR ..... Signs of trouble in your relationship and when to seek help.
Coping with Everyday Problems ..... Short quiz on how stress is affecting you.

Eating Right
Give Your Multivitamin a Careful Checkup ..... Common myths about selecting a multivitamin.

Quick Facts ..... Five-a-day pyramid today's standard for healthy diet.
Are Genetically Altered Foods Really Safe? ..... Basic explanation of genetic engineering in plants and foodstuffs.
Pop, Pop, Fizz, Fizz: What Soft Drinks Are, Aren't ..... Calorie, sodium and caffeine info about sodas.

Should You Put Your Kid on a Diet? ..... Gradually introduce healthier eating habits such as these.

Safety First

Caring for Animal Bites -- Some Pointers ..... First-aid procedures for animal bites.
Infants Need Their Own Seat on Airplanes ..... Infants are safer in the air in their own car seat.

Staying Well
Cutting Out the Coffee May Help Save Your Heart ..... Heavy java drinkers may have higher cholesterol levels.
Calcium Can Cut PMS Symptoms in Half ..... Calcium supplements aren't just good for your bones.
Men: Are You at Risk? ..... Early detection of testicular cancer.
Are You Raising a Little Hypochondriac?
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Take steps to give kids a balanced concern for their health.

Performing Better
Vacation -- It's the Doctor's Orders ..... Make your vacation a de-stressing time.
Laughter Really Is the Best Medicine ..... Add some humor to your workplace.
Keep Your Brain Young -- Play! ..... Mental activity such as game playing can help stave off Alzheimer's.