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Topic of the Month December: Xmas-Special

Placebo: In Hopeful Anticipation

( Source: MEDICA.de )

[01/12/2009] At Christman, wishes come true. The children are convinced: one only has to believe strong enough. The power of imagination is indeed strong – it can even cure diseases and ease pain. Thanks to the placebo effect that – if taken seriously – requires changes in the health care system. Placebo: In Hopeful Anticipation - read more

Vitamin C: A Myth Begins to Falter

( Source: MEDICA.de )

[01/12/2009] Cookies, gingerbread, chocolate – fully loaded plates attract those who have a sweet tooth. Vitamin C-packed oranges and mandarins are believed to ensure healthy well-being but the vitamin is not as healthy as most people think. Vitamin C: A Myth Begins to Falter - read more

Eckart von Hirschhausen: “It’s Easy to Be Happy”

( Source: MEDICA.de )

[01/12/2009] Christmas is the celebration of love – actually. But for many people, it remains only a celebration of gifts. There is hardly anyone who knows better why this does not make us happy than the German “Happiness Doctor” Eckart von Hirschhausen. MEDICA.de spoke with the medical cabaret artist about good moods, van Gogh and medal winners. Eckart von Hirschhausen: “It’s Easy to Be Happy” - read more

Treatment for People in Need: „I Hope That I Will Have Only Few Patients“

( Source: MEDICA.de )

[01/12/2009] No Advent without Christmas tales! Who does not know the story of the heart- and ruthless Ebenezer Scrooge who is converted by three Christmas ghosts? It is imaginary though. The people of the German town Bad Segeberg can tell a fully true Christmas story: Shortly after the holidays, a socially engaged physician will open a local practice for poor people – and treat completely free of charge. Treatment for People in Need: „I Hope That I Will Have Only Few Patients“ - read more