http://thecommonwealthmedical.com/nlt/Page.asp?GroupID=G0077Mind and Body from The Commonwealth Medical Collegeen-usCopyright 2012, The Commonwealth Medical CollegeWed, 1 Feb 2012 00:00:00 ESTWed, 23 Apr 2008 00:00:00 ESTPhotobooks Content Management Systemhttp://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss1440http://thecommonwealthmedical.com/diw/Content.asp?PageID=DIW010371As runners age, they don’t lose their ability to use oxygen economically. That’s the good news. Where older runners fall short is in upper-body strength and flexibility. Wed, 1 Feb 2012 00:00:00 ESThttp://thecommonwealthmedical.com/diw/Content.asp?PageID=DIW010371http://thecommonwealthmedical.com/diw/Content.asp?PageID=DIW010330Many hair professionals say they examine their clients’ head, neck, and face for early signs of skin cancer. And, more hairdressers say they want better training to help recognize which moles or spots might signal cancer. Thu, 1 Dec 2011 00:00:00 ESThttp://thecommonwealthmedical.com/diw/Content.asp?PageID=DIW010330http://thecommonwealthmedical.com/diw/Content.asp?PageID=DIW010312Are Americans too clean? Proponents of the “hygiene hypothesis” argue that a societal emphasis on cleanliness has impaired the immune system’s ability to respond as it was meant to. And that has left us open to other illnesses such as severe allergic reactions, GI disorders, and autoimmune diseases. Tue, 1 Nov 2011 00:00:00 ESThttp://thecommonwealthmedical.com/diw/Content.asp?PageID=DIW010312http://thecommonwealthmedical.com/diw/Content.asp?PageID=DIW010298The CDC is urging everyone to get an annual flu shot. Although this year’s vaccine provides protection against the same strains as last year’s, it’s still wise to improve your immunity with a shot this fall, the agency says. Sat, 1 Oct 2011 00:00:00 ESThttp://thecommonwealthmedical.com/diw/Content.asp?PageID=DIW010298http://thecommonwealthmedical.com/diw/Content.asp?PageID=DIW010280Computer screen, smartphone, e-reader, iPad – the number of electronic devices Americans stare at daily continues to grow. And the smaller the screen, the harder their eyes have to work. Thu, 1 Sep 2011 00:00:00 ESThttp://thecommonwealthmedical.com/diw/Content.asp?PageID=DIW010280http://thecommonwealthmedical.com/diw/Content.asp?PageID=DIW010261Proper bowel cleaning before a colonoscopy makes it easier to spot precancerous polyps, and avoid costly repeat tests, says a new study. Mon, 1 Aug 2011 00:00:00 ESThttp://thecommonwealthmedical.com/diw/Content.asp?PageID=DIW010261http://thecommonwealthmedical.com/diw/Content.asp?PageID=DIW010243Asthma is on the rise in the U.S., and so is the cost of treating it, according to new information from CDC. Fri, 1 Jul 2011 00:00:00 ESThttp://thecommonwealthmedical.com/diw/Content.asp?PageID=DIW010243http://thecommonwealthmedical.com/diw/Content.asp?PageID=DIW010224An increasing number of air passengers pass through full-body scanners as part of airport security. And many of those passengers are asking, “Are those scanners safe?” Wed, 1 Jun 2011 00:00:00 ESThttp://thecommonwealthmedical.com/diw/Content.asp?PageID=DIW010224http://thecommonwealthmedical.com/diw/Content.asp?PageID=DIW010202Dog owners are more likely to meet the minimum federal exercise goals each week than people who don’t have a dog. Sun, 1 May 2011 00:00:00 ESThttp://thecommonwealthmedical.com/diw/Content.asp?PageID=DIW010202http://thecommonwealthmedical.com/diw/Content.asp?PageID=DIW010188Just like the battery bunny that keeps chugging along, replacement knees are still working well 20 years out. Fri, 1 Apr 2011 00:00:00 ESThttp://thecommonwealthmedical.com/diw/Content.asp?PageID=DIW010188http://thecommonwealthmedical.com/diw/Content.asp?PageID=DIW010151More Americans are getting treatment for depression—but much of that treatment appears to be in drug form instead of psychotherapy. Tue, 1 Feb 2011 00:00:00 ESThttp://thecommonwealthmedical.com/diw/Content.asp?PageID=DIW010151http://thecommonwealthmedical.com/diw/Content.asp?PageID=DIW010133When you pour your morning cup of joe, you may be doing more than jump-starting your day. You may be protecting yourself against brain cancer. Sat, 1 Jan 2011 00:00:00 ESThttp://thecommonwealthmedical.com/diw/Content.asp?PageID=DIW010133http://thecommonwealthmedical.com/diw/Content.asp?PageID=DIW010114When workers receive a cash incentive from their employers to make healthy family lifestyle changes, it makes a difference, says a new study. Wed, 1 Dec 2010 00:00:00 ESThttp://thecommonwealthmedical.com/diw/Content.asp?PageID=DIW010114