"Adjunctive non-Pharmacologigical Analgesia for Invasive Medical Procedures: a Randomised Trial"
The Lancet, April 2000
A trial using structured attention and self-hypnotic relaxation to control pain and anxiety during invasive medical procedures.

"Physicians' experiences with the Oregon Death with Dignity Act"
New England Journal of Medicine, February 2000
The Oregon Death with Dignity Act, enacted on October 27, 1997, legalized physician-assisted suicide in the state of Oregon.

"St. John's Wort for Depression, a systematic review"
Archives of Internal Medicine, January 2000
An effective, low-cost, well tolerated antidepressant would be of tremendous clinical importance. Some recent reviews have touted the herb, St. John's Wort to be exactly such a medication.

"Effects of Fexofenadine, Diphenhydramine, and Alcohol on Driving Performance"
Annals of Internal Medicine, March 2000
Most people with allergic rhinitis use self-treatment with over-the-counter mediations. These medications may be effective but carry potential risks, especially when driving an auto. This article assesses those risks with Allegro, Benadryl, Alcohol and a Placebo.

"Effect of Homocysteine-lowering Treatment With Folic Acid Plus Vitamin B6 On Progression Of Subclinical Atherosclerosis: A Randomised, Placebo-controlled Trial"
Lancet, February 2000
A high plasma homocysteine concentration is associated with an increased risk for heart disease. This study looks at the effects of lowering homocysteine with folic acid and vitamin B6.