Category Archives: Health News

A new study from the University of Oxford and University College London shows that a healthy heart throughout life could reduce the risk of dementia in older age. The study found that by targeting arterial stiffening earlier in a person’s lifespan, the onset of dementia could be reduced. Researchers analyzed data from 542 older adults ...click here to read more

Weight is closely linked to colon health and has been for quite some time. But that doesn’t necessarily mean it affects everyone the same way. New research shows that different weight measurements for women and men may be better predictors of colon health complications. Body Mass Index, or BMI, has long been associated with colon ...click here to read more

If you’ve got surgery coming up, you might want to consider “prehabilitation.” Doing so could help slow muscle loss and diminish the effects of bed rest. The COVID-19 pandemic has stretched capacity at hospitals across the country, prompting the cancellation or rescheduling of surgeries. For some, this could be a blessing in disguise. A new ...click here to read more

Older people with diabetes should have routine eye exams to help identify cognitive decline. Research shows that older adults with diabetes are more likely to develop Alzheimer’s disease and other cognitive disorders than people without diabetes. With regular eye exams, doctors can identify changes in the retina that may be associated with cognitive disorders. Scientists ...click here to read more

Vision has taken a hit in the past six or seven months. Experts suggest that people have been avoiding eye appointments during the pandemic, and it could be having dire consequences. Once you’ve hit 65, your eyes need more attention. Like the rest of you, they are subject to aging. One of the ways it ...click here to read more

According to a new study from the American Academy of Neurology, high blood pressure during pregnancy may lead to memory decline later in life. Researchers have found that women who have pre-eclampsia and high blood pressure tend to have lower scores on memory and thinking skills tests through the years following pregnancy. The study included ...click here to read more

Mindfulness meditation may help ease stress and promote a healthier heart. But it’s not always easy to use. Stopping everything you’re doing and sitting in silence is a learned skill. I’m sure you can relate. It’s easy for your mind to start racing once you’re alone with your thoughts. Sitting in a comfortable, quiet space ...click here to read more

It’s a week into the new year, and you may be struggling with your resolution. You may even want to give up. But don’t. You’ve got this. If you’ve even started. Roughly 80 percent of New Year’s resolutions fail by February. Many start to struggle after a week or two. For good reason. It’s hard ...click here to read more

Patients who have psoriasis may be at an increased risk for metabolic syndrome (MetSyn), leading to a higher cardiovascular risk. This new information comes from a study published in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology. For the study, researchers from the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, Maryland, and colleagues examined the impact ...click here to read more

Anyone who has experienced heart failure should be getting regular daily exercise. The heart is the body’s most important muscle, and like all others, it needs exercise, especially when it’s damaged. Some people believe that if they have experienced heart failure, exercise may make it worse. But this could not be farther from the truth. ...click here to read more

Back pain can be uncomfortable and debilitating. It is one of the most common reasons people go to the doctor or miss work and is one of the leading causes of disability worldwide. Almost all Americans will experience back problems at one time or another. It can be caused by something as simple as sleeping ...click here to read more

Most people don’t think of the bladder when naming health risks associated with smoking. However, smoking is the single most important known risk factor for bladder cancer, and new research shows how smokers are at least three times more likely to get bladder cancer compared to nonsmokers. While bladder cancer is fairly rare, those who ...click here to read more

A new study has shown that by using magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), physicians can locate potential brain biomarkers of PTSD in people with traumatic brain injury (TBI). The research, which appeared in Biological Psychiatry: Cognitive Neuroscience and Neuroimaging, is a stepping-stone for better treatment and outcomes for those who may develop PTSD. If doctors could ...click here to read more

Young adults with PTSD may have an increased risk of stroke when taking certain types of antidepressants, according to new research. The study published in the American Heart Association journal Stroke was the largest investigation of post-traumatic stress disorder and antidepressant-associated stroke risk in young adults ever performed. Collecting data from 1.1 million U.S. veterans ...click here to read more