A new five-year research study will investigate the economic consequences of cancer survival on patients' work and health insurance. The study will follow a large sample of cancer survivors over time, comparing their experiences with those without cancer.
A new study of 663 children with elevated cholesterol levels found no adverse psychological effects after three years on a cholesterol-lowering diet. The Dietary Intervention Study in Children (DISC) looked at the effect and safety of a low-fat diet, and showed that it is safe for children with high blood cholesterol.
SourceAmerican Psychological Association·JournalHealth Psychology·DateNov 27, 1999