Is The Cure A Pill Or A Lifestyle? (March) Medications are easy to take and often very effective, but changes in your lifestyle can also treat many diseases.

The Patient: A Job Description to Get Results (February) Navigating the health care system is hard work. Here’s a set of qualifications that can help you maximize performance.

To Find A Hospital, Cast Your Net Wisely (January) You can find plenty of information about hospitals on the Internet, but take much of this advice with a grain of salt.

For Better Health, Surf Safely (December) The Web is a great place to find health information. Trouble is, a lot of it’s wrong. Here’s how to find the right stuff.

Avoid the Dangers of Mixing Meds (November) Although celebrities’ lethal combinations of drugs have been making news, many of us haven’t gotten the message.

Write Your Own Prescription for Quality Care (October) For the best care, you should know your personal goals, shop around, ask questions, and speak up if dissatisfied.