About.com Health: Health Lessons from the Chilean Miners

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Health From Kristin Kane, your About Health Editor Who could take their eyes off the TV last week as the Chilean miners were rescued? Now that they're free, there is much talk about what two months spent trapped did to their health. Some of the lessons brought to light apply even to those of us who watched the drama unfold from the comfort of our couches. You Are What You Breathe This video explains silicosis, a lung disease that has affected a couple of the rescued and that many who work in mines, quarries or with glass become afflicted with. For the Rest of Us Environmental Causes of Lung Cancer Effects of Secondhand Smoke Better Brush Up After all that time without toothpaste at the ready, many of the men surfaced with severe cases of gingivitis. Sound like the least of their worries? Several of the men underwent oral surgery to deal with the issue -- a potential fate for anyone who isn't kind to their teeth. How to Brush Your Teeth the RIGHT Way How Often Do I Really Need to See a Dentist? Take Depression Seriously A psychologist provided remote care to the workers while they were stuck in an effort to help them deal with their emotions and the potential for depression. Acknowledging that your own sadness could be a sign of something more is the first step in getting help that may have a dramatic impact on your life. I Think I'm Depressed. Now What? Difference Between Counseling and Psychotherapy Diabetics: Keep Blood Sugar in Check It is reported that the miners promised their colleague Jose Ojeda Vidal, a diabetic, a sugar-free birthday cake once they were all brought back up to the surface. That's a bit of levity in what could have been a situation made extra dangerous if he was not able to receive medication while underground. What Should My Diabetes Goals Be? When Diabetics Should Go to the ER Health Ads Health Health Food French Lessons Health Care Health Kids Health Lessons Featured Articles Get the Latest! Follow Us on Twitter New CPR Guidelines FDA Approves Botox for Migraines Add Fish to Your Diet Without Worry Inside Americans' Bedrooms Can Green Tea Combat Cancer?   More from About.com Is it a Cold or the Flu? Knowing whether you have a cold or the flu can help you treat your symptoms more effectively. More > Concerned About Your Drinking? This short quiz can help you identify whether or not you have a drinking problem. Take the quiz now >   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Health newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2010 About.com   Read / Share Coping with Sinus Headache Job Stress Solutions Tips for Guzzling Lots of Water Advertisement