John Muir Health Magazine

March 1, 2012

A User's Guide to Health Care


Explore key steps on your path to better health

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A User's Guide to Health Care

Advice for keeping your whole crew in top health.

We live at a time when medicine is advancing at a dizzying pace. But the first step—connecting with the care you need—is up to you. (Page 9)



Need Hip Replacement?

If your hip has been damaged by arthritis or an injury, even simple activities can be painful. In some cases, surgery to replace the damaged hip joint with an artificial joint can help.

Find out if you may be a candidate for hip replacement surgery. (Page 5)


About Vaginal Birth after a C-Section

To learn details about vaginal birth after cesarean, or VBAC, check the following Q&A with OB/GYNs Dr. Anahat Sandhu and Dr. Stephen Wells (Page 7)



Yoga, Anyone?

A typical regimen combines physical postures with breathing and relaxation techniques

The mind-body practice of yoga may have origins in ancient Indian philosophy but it’s enjoying popularity now as a means for boosting health. (Page 3)