Orthopedics/Sports - December 2015 Archives

THIS WEEK'S TOP STORIES Winter fitness: Safety tips for exercising outdoors Chilly temperatures don't have to put your fitness routine on hold. Stay safe and warm with these cold-weather exercise tips. Polycythemia vera Getting older increases the risk of having this blood disorder. The good news? Proper treatment may ease symptoms. Find out more. EXPERT ANSWERS Acupuncture for back pain? Find out what the research says about easing chronic low back pain with acupuncture. Flu symptoms: Should I see my doctor? If you're at high risk of flu complications and have signs of the illness, see your doctor. PLUS ADDITIONAL HIGHLIGHTS ... Essential thrombocythemia Chronic hives: When should I see my doctor? Myelofibrosis Protect your joints as you clean when you have rheumatoid arthritis Receive a free e-subscription to Housecall and other health newsletters.

Earlier this month, the CDC reported that between 2008 and 2014, the number of new cases of diabetes in the U.S. declined by 20 ...