Wednesday, February 20, 2008

Spotting mood triggers

General Health February 20, 2008
Lila de Tantillo
"Research on a possible drug interaction between tamoxifen and serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) has revealed an unexpected wrinkle," writes Journalist Lila de Tantillo. "A significant number of women possess a genetic trait that inhibits the benefits of tamoxifen, regardless if they take Paxil or other drugs."
Breast Cancer - Community Member Poteet
"On Friday I had my end-of-treatment visit with the oncologist, and I got the all-clear to travel and work and play -- and grow hair," writes Community Member Poteet. "This is the first week in months I don't have a doctor's appointment. It's my new beginning, for which I am eternally grateful."
Jane Martin
Featured Expert, Jane Martin, shares the story of a stressed out mom who learns an important life lesson - a universal truth - in the least likely of places, from the least likely of people. Click to read part I of this inspiring story.
John McManamy Ask the Expert Patient
John McManamy explains how to apply the theories of mindfulness to identify the early warning signs of - and then deal with - mood triggers.

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