Thursday, April 19, 2018

In this issue: Immune therapy for lung cancer, end-of-life care advice, eye vitamin value and more

 
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Vol. 19, Issue 32 | April 19, 2018
 
THIS WEEK'S TOP STORIES  
 
Lung cancer
A new weapon in the war against lung cancer is making headlines. Learn about immunotherapy, which uses your immune system to fight cancer, as well as other treatments.
 
 
End of life: Caring for a dying loved one  
When someone you care about is approaching the end of life, you may not feel prepared. Find out what to expect and how you can make the person more comfortable.
 
     
 
EXPERT ANSWERS
 
Activity trackers: Help or hindrance for weight loss?
Wearing an activity tracker may encourage you to move more, but will the gadget also help you shed extra pounds?
Cellulitis infection: Is it contagious?
This potentially serious bacterial skin infection isn't usually spread from person to person, so how can you contract it?
Eye vitamins: Can they prevent or treat glaucoma?
Find out whether supplements that supposedly protect your eyes from glaucoma really work.
 
PLUS ADDITIONAL HIGHLIGHTS ...
Heart murmurs
Video: Biceps curl with barbell
Anhidrosis
Post-polio syndrome
 
 
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Discover 4 simple steps to live a resilient, joy-filled life!
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HEALTHY RECIPES
 
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Broccoli with garlic and lemon
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HEALTH TIP
 
Love to golf? Protect your elbows
Golfer's elbow is pain and inflammation on the inner side of the elbow. To keep your game on course, think prevention: 1. Strengthen your forearm muscles. Use light weights or squeeze a tennis ball. 2. Do some dynamic stretching (half swings) before you golf. Walk or jog for a few minutes to warm up your muscles first. 3. Fix your form. Ask an instructor to check your grip and swing technique. 4. Know when to rest. At the first sign of elbow pain, take a break.
 
Need practical advice on diet and exercise? Want creative solutions for stress and other lifestyle issues? Discover even more healthy lifestyle topics at MayoClinic.org.
 
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