Michael Jackson Death Triggering Health Phobias?

Health phobias such as hypochondriasis and nosophobia can be triggered by current events, particularly those that receive massive media attention. The swine flu scare was the latest triggering event, but the recent deaths of three major celebrities -- Michael Jackson, Farrah Fawcett, and Ed McMahon, are currently clogging news wires.

To read more about the possible phobia risks associated with ongoing news coverage of celebrity deaths, I encourage you to take a look at "Michael, Farrah, and Ed: Are Celebrity Deaths Triggering Health Phobias?"

Although each of these deaths was certainly tragic, it is important to maintain balance and perspective. If you begin to develop anxiety or signs of OCD, be sure to tell your mental health practitioner right away.