Category Archives: Health News

The prevalence of mental health concerns, including depression and anxiety, have been on the rise over the last several decades. These conditions contribute to the overall strain on healthcare systems around the world as they are so, they tend to have a chronic prognosis, and because they occur from a very young age. Mental health ...click here to read more

When it comes to being in the mood, a lot has to be right. Aside from the romance, there are mental and emotional factors that play a role in being aroused. Here are some common reasons why you or your partner may not be feeling it. Common Factors That You or Your Partner Are Not ...click here to read more

If following along with conversations in noisy areas is becoming difficult and talking with people younger than you is hard, it’s time for a hearing test. Age-related hearing loss is a common occurrence, especially after the age of 50. In fact, around 40 percent of people over the age of 50 suffer from some degree ...click here to read more

A new study has found that getting too much or too little sleep may cause the heart to “age” prematurely. The researchers described the aging effects as “excess heart age.” Heart age is measured based on a person’s cardiovascular risk profile, which was created in the 2008 Framingham Heart Study. “The difference between a person’s ...click here to read more

A new genetic test has been developed that may help determine a person’s osteoporosis and bone fracture risk. The study, the largest of its kind, looked at 899 regions in the human genome associated with low bone density. Only two percent of people tested were deemed high risk. They were 17 times more likely to ...click here to read more

It’s still summer, which means it’s quite hot. Many areas are experiencing heat waves that can make doing just about anything very uncomfortable, sleeping included. Even if you have an air conditioner, you still may find that your bedroom is hot and uncomfortable. As a solution, you may have invested in a fan to stay ...click here to read more

Obesity is a serious health condition that can result in any number of diseases and medical issues if left untreated. A recent study has added one more health concern to this list: rheumatoid arthritis (RA). The study found that obesity, higher overall body fat, and waist circumference were indicators of an increased risk of rheumatoid ...click here to read more

Atrial fibrillation (AFib) is a condition that leads to irregular heartbeats, but understanding atrial fibrillation triggers can help you better manage the condition. If there are abnormal electrical signals in the atria, different areas of the heart can beat too quickly, too slowly, or in an uneven rhythm. Some people experience a heartbeat that is ...click here to read more

The key to healthy blood circulation is healthy veins and arteries. When your arteries are relaxed, then blood can flow into them easily. But if they’re stiff and narrow, then it’s harder for blood to flow, which can lead to complications and a potential cardiovascular event. Nitric oxide is naturally produced in the body and ...click here to read more

Living with painful, swollen joints can be debilitating and negatively affect your quality of life. You probably already take over-the-counter or even prescription medications to relieve joint pain, but maybe these aren’t as effective as you hoped they’d be. If you’re looking for greater joint pain relief, then you’ll want to get your hands on ...click here to read more

Gout is a form of arthritis that most commonly affects the joints in the knuckles in the hands and feet. The inflammation is caused by an autoimmune response to the build-up of uric acid crystals in the joints. It is the most common form of arthritis in adults, affecting 3.9 percent of American adults. The ...click here to read more

Hypertension (high blood pressure) is a very serious condition that can affect all areas of the body including the heart, brain, eyes, and kidneys. The problem is that high blood pressure often goes symptomless until a more serious condition arises. That’s why it’s important to not only check your blood pressure regularly, but also adhere ...click here to read more

Medications are taken as a means to treat ailments, but as we age, it can become increasingly difficult for medications to work as intended. Medication is absorbed into the body and distributed, metabolized, then removed from the body through urine. Aging can affect how medications are absorbed, metabolized, and released. Here are some common factors ...click here to read more

Glaucoma is a disease in the eye that is characterized by increased pressure inside the eye, which can damage the optic nerve and lead to blindness. Elevated eye pressure can occur from the natural aging process, as the ducts that allow fluid to drain from the eye become blocked. Glaucoma affects approximately 70 million people ...click here to read more