In this issue: Chemo side effects, food marketing, easing back pain, fibromyalgia myths, and more

Vol. 13, Issue 26
June 27, 2012 Dear Subscriber, Everyday habits such as the way you sit can aggravate low back pain. Get tips to help prevent back pain at work and improve your posture. Also this week, find out about managing chemotherapy side effects, get the truth about common fibromyalgia misconceptions, learn how food marketing geared to children is changing, and more. Thanks for subscribing. Sincerely, The team at MayoClinic.com
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