In this Issue
Flip through the pages of the latest issue of Get Healthy above or read the web versions of the articles from the magazine below.
WHAT WOMEN WANT
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We tackle the topics women want to know about but never admit it—from vanity to embarrassing questions to menopause.
» Health or Vanity
» Questions You’re Afraid To Ask
» Navigating the Change
BREAST CANCER BREAKTHROUGHS
21
A special report on the many new developments and resources available for breast cancer patients and their loved ones.
» The Heredity Battle
» Post-mastectomy Products
» Mind Games
» Breast Cancer Made Easier
DEPARTMENTS
8
WHAT’S NEW
New programs on the local health care scene, and innovative healthy products.
» Local Health News—Fighting Arterial Disease, Superbly
» Local Health News—Kick the Winter Blues of Flu
» Local Health News—Medical Facility Goes Green
» Healthy Products—Pasta for Diabetics
» Healthy Products—Safe and Germ Free
» Healthy Products—Emergency Aspirin Dispenser
» Healthy Products—Read the Heat
10
SURVIVOR SPOTLIGHT
A Merrillville woman finds relief from rheumatoid arthritis simply by changing her diet and exercise habits.
12
THE BODY SHOP
Thyroid disorders in women, spinal surgery made easy, and mighty magnesium.
» Thyroid Disorders in Women Common but Highly Treatable
» Mighty Magnesium
» Spinal Surgery Made Easier
14
ON YOUR MIND
Women tend to fear the worst, but there is a way to alleviate those fears.
» Plagued by Worry? Talk it out
28
FOOD & FITNESS
An alternative way to train for a marathon, and the wonderful, healthy benefits of chocolate.
» The Galloway Method
» Women and Chocolate
30
GREEN LIFE
How to recognize common household poisons, and lessons on produce safety.
» Hidden Dangers
» Keep it Clean
32
ASK THE EXPERT
Wanda Barney, RN, gets to the root of stress—and suggests ways to make it go away.
