Special Wellness Section in the “New York Times”

Today’s New York Times includes a special section, Well, that provides health information covering the human body from brain to toe.
The “Well” articles are a great way for interpreters to review their knowledge about individual body parts and learn more about studies and common recommendations for maintaining health.
The Well home page also includes links to [...]

New York Times Health Guide

By far, one of the most useful links for  medical interpreters who want to improve their understanding of more commonly used medical terms, conditions, procedures, etc.
http://health.nytimes.com/health/guides/index.html

From Smoking Boom, a Major Killer of Women

Six Killers: Lung Disease:  From Smoking Boom, a Major Killer of Women
By DENISE GRADY
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, which is usually caused by smoking, has become a major killer in women.