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VOL. 6, ISSUE 12
March 23, 2005
Dear Subscriber,
Did your New Year's resolve melt away as quickly as the last vestiges of
winter? Don't worry if it did. It's not too late to get a fresh start this
spring. Call up an old friend, take a 10-minute walk break at lunch, use
whole-wheat pasta for dinner tonight. See what other tips eight Mayo Clinic
specialists suggest for renewing your health goals this year.
You may have heard a lot lately about advance directives. Taking time now
to understand your options for end-of-life medical care can help you and your
family avoid even harder decisions later. Get a checklist and find out how to
put your wishes on paper.
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Advance directives: Make your medical care wishes known
When should you start thinking about end-of-life issues? The best time is
now, while you're still able to make your wishes known.
Egg quiz: From fried to dyed, test your smarts
Unscramble your knowledge of eggs. Take our quiz to see how much you know
about this popular food.
Highlights
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Remember that goal for 2005? It's time to spring into action
Haven't yet acted on your New Year's resolution? It's not too late. Get
some ideas from eight Mayo Clinic specialists.
Relax: Techniques to help you achieve tranquility
Deep relaxation can minimize the negative effects of stress on your body
and help you stay alert, energetic and productive. See how it's done.
Blood tests for heart disease
Blood tests can offer a snapshot of your heart health. Here are tests you
might encounter in the diagnosis, treatment and monitoring of heart disease.
Signs of labor: Know what to expect
Every woman's labor is unique. But understanding the typical signs and
symptoms can help you know what to expect as your due date approaches.
Allergy-proof your house
A few simple changes â getting rid of clutter, covering mattresses and
pillows â can reduce your exposure to many household allergens and relieve
your allergy symptoms.
Healthy Recipes
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Roasted rack of lamb with parsley crust
For special occasions like Easter, a rack of lamb is an elegant main
course. Serve with rice pilaf and blend of steamed julienne carrots and pea
pods.
For more recipes, visit our Healthy Recipes Center.
Ask A Specialist
Mayo Clinic specialists answer questions from readers
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a.. Birth control pills: Do they prevent or delay menopause?
b.. Olive oil: A healthy choice for your heart
c.. High red blood cell count
d.. Underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism): Can it cause neuropathy?
e.. Factor VIII deficiency (hemophilia A)
f.. Congenital adrenal hyperplasia
Submit your own question to our specialists.
Interactive Quiz
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Allergy myth or reality? Quiz yourself on some common misperceptions
Which is more likely to trigger a severe allergic reaction: A flower or a
bee? Take our quiz and find out.
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Vision problems as you age
Are you relying on glasses more as you age? Explore common age-related
changes to your eyes.
Health Digest
A wrap-up of this week's other new and updated information
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a.. Lead poisoning
b.. Bedsores (Pressure sores)
c.. Dissociative disorders
d.. Ingrown toenails
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