When my step mother was in the hospital we were there most of the day and sometimes all night. Now as you may or may not know, siting around at a hospital gives boring a whole new meaning. Well, one night I was there and as a result of too much coffee, was wide awake and bored. After a short search for reading material, I was able to borrow a copy of the Merck Manual . http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Merck_M...is_and_Therapy from one of the nurses. Ever hear the phrase "Too much info?" Some things are best left unknown, ignorance truly is bliss. Skimming through that book can make one a phobic hypochondriac in no time flat.
Sometimes the cure for boredom is worse than the disease.