Positive psychology has limited health benefits: research Reuters via Yahoo! News Mon, 23 Jan 2012 14:01 PM PST NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - A psychology technique that encourages patients to think positively and gain confidence helped some with high blood pressure and heart disease stick to medication and exercise goals, according to new research. But the strategy -- known as positive affect and self-affirmation, or just positive affirmation -- didn't always lead to obvious health benefits. And it's ... | The Doctors: What you may not know about birth control The Vail Trail Mon, 23 Jan 2012 13:51 PM PST Nearly half of all U.S. pregnancies are unintended. What you do know about birth control: Abstinence is the only surefire way to prevent pregnancy (and protect you from STDs); smoking while on the pill may increase your risk of heart Copyright 2012 Vail Daily. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. Vail Daily The Doctors: What you may ... | Methodist Procedure Corrects Heartbeat The Memphis Daily News Mon, 23 Jan 2012 13:50 PM PST Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital is now offering a treatment that freezes the heart to correct patientsâ heartbeats and improve their qu... | Fox Valley dentists getting ready for annual good deed The Courier News Mon, 23 Jan 2012 13:33 PM PST Free dental careArea dentist will be offering free dental care on specific days during the Dentists With a Heart program throughout February. All services are for patients age 3 and up. Adults must accompany children under the age of 16. Services offered vary with each practice and include cleaning, x-rays, diagnostic, fillings and extractions. Unless noted, services are offered on a first come ... | | |
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