I like to debunk health falsehoods because that’s what I’m supposed to do. So about three or so years back, I did a holiday story taking a look at the common belief that more suicides occur between Thanksgiving and…
People who watch America’s mental health compass noticed this year a surge in SAD, seasonal affective disorder, probably due the bad news about the economy pushing people who were borderline over the edge.
With the early onset of
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This time of year, you’ll read a lot of SAD, seasonal affective disorder, that pain in the you-know-what crash that comes with shorter days, and weather that keeps you indoors. It can be disruptive. Some folks need professional help. I’ve…
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Health folks recommend vigilance about some health effects caused by the time change. The effects may seem minor but can be major quickly.
TAKEN TO HEART — While Mondays are the worst day of the week for heart attacks,…
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