Scary Symptoms You Can Relax About

Don't hit the panic button

It has been nearly 20 years since I officially practiced medicine, but my friends and family consider me their frontline medical adviser. In an age when it is hard to get a doctor on the phone and can be pricey to see one, I remain really good at screening symptoms. The vast majority of the time, I can assure people that their anxiety is unfounded. Of course, every once in a while, my advice is "Yikes, worry more!" Here are some common medical worries you can set aside—along with a little guidance on when you should indulge them.

Dealing With Holiday Stress

December is here at last and while everyone is counting down to Christmas, a lot of us are also counting the days of added stress caused by the holidays. The crushing weight of crowds at the malls, the interminable waiting at restaurants and in traffic--you know the holidays are here when you feel like decking not just the halls, but annoying people as well. 

Check out these tips on how to manage your holiday stress and keep calm. After all, Santa still has plenty of time to move you over to the naughty list.