Taking Thyroid Disease Seriously

Thyroid disease is one of the most under-diagnosed diseases. Millions of Americans have the disease and don’t even know it.

Parents Need to Watch Out for EVD-68

Dear Dr. Garner, It’s great to hear that your TV show will be returning Oct. 7! Tuesday nights just aren’t the same without “Ask The Doctor!” Thank you for doing the show and this column.

Loneliness Can Take A Toll on Health

Dear Dr. Garner,
My husband died three years ago, and since that time, I have been very lonely. We used to have an active life together. Now I spend most of my evenings alone in the house and rarely go out.

Is Too Much Exercise Bad for Women?

Dear Dr. Garner,

I am 28 years old and love to exercise. In fact, I believe I have become addicted. I feel very nervous when I don’t exercise.

Sidelined by Low Back Pain

This week, Dr. Steven Garner tackles low back pain – one of the most common health problems in our country and the leading cause of being unable to report to work for people under 50.

Therapy Subdues Panic Attacks

Dear Dr. Garner,

I am a fit 43-year-old woman. I exercise five days a week, am not overweight and have had no medical problems until about three months ago.

Nightmares and Sleep Deprivation

Dear Dr. Garner,

I have a big problem. I am 45 years old and in good health overall. I do have mild high blood pressure, and I have been treated for depression.

Flying Right – Tips to Stay Healthy on Planes

Dear Dr. Garner,

My family is planning to go on summer vacation, and that means flying to our favorite vacation spot. Unfortunately, it seems that every time I fly, I get a cold.