by Peter G. Hanson, M.D. | Sep 11, 2014 | Health, Prevention, Travel
We already know that the cell phone has changed the world. At our fingertips, it can bring us countless new apps to monitor our blood pressure or calorie intake, and, in a crisis, it can help you find the nearest medical clinic, or get the fastest taxicab to a...
by Peter G. Hanson, M.D. | Jul 8, 2012 | Blood Pressure, Exercise, Health, Prevention, Stop Smoking, Travel
We always knew that economy class wasn’t the most comfortable way to travel and can be quite stressful. But now it turns out that, if you’re not careful, it can even be harmful to your health on long journeys. Three distinguished scientists, Drs....
by Peter G. Hanson, M.D. | May 3, 2012 | Anti-Aging, Cancer, Health, Prevention, Travel
Not very long ago, society people were pale, and outdoor workers had suntans. For whatever reason, society reversed the trend, and now it is fashionable to have a dark tan. Movie stars led the way. George Hamilton was so addicted to...
by Peter G. Hanson, M.D. | May 7, 2011 | Managing Stress, Stress, Stress Strategies, Travel
Stress makes constant demands on our bodies and minds. Most people assume their stresses come from the hectic work week, and the weekend is just a couple of blank days on the calendar. But stress abhors a vacuum, and we need to program a little stress-break into...
