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Even Sham Acupuncture Eases Low Back Pain
Study finds real improvements compared to standard therapy

Leave That Holiday 'To Do' List in a Drawer
Make fall chores notes early at night, then get the rest you need, sleep expert advises

Acupressure May Help Dementia Patients
Small trial suggests it eases illness-linked agitation

Psychological Interventions Ease Chronic Low Back Pain
Hypnosis, biofeedback and relaxation improve quality of life, study finds

Acupuncture, Turmeric May Help Ease Arthritis
They could be effective adjuncts to conventional treatment, studies suggest

Feeling Stressed?
Here are some tips to relieve the pressure of everyday life

Home Visits Boost Mammography Rates for Rural Poor
Almost half of study group went on to get exams, study finds

Home Visits Cut Death Risk for Seniors
Swedish study finds health worker interventions cut mortality rate in half

Needling Away Wrinkles
Facial acupuncture gives Botox a run for its money, advocates say


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