February 4, 2010 RSS feed / Health & Wellness

Thyroid problems affect heart

The thyroid, a 2-inch-long gland in the front of the neck, makes hormones that affect nearly every organ in the body. More...

Infant massage classes offered

Conejo Valley Neighborhood for Learning will sponsor infant massage classes for babies less than 6 months old from 1 to 2 p.m. Tuesdays, Feb. 9, 16 and 23 at the Crowley House, 2522 Pleasant Way, Thousand Oaks. More...

Sedation for children can smell sweet

The pleasing aroma of bubble gum, orange or vanilla is changing the way many young patients are sedated for certain medical procedures. And their doctors say using nitrous oxide, delivered through scented masks, has another big plus: It r More...