Category Archives: Health News

Extensor tendonitis of the foot refers to inflammation of the tendon that resides within. Tendons are flexible but inelastic cords of strong fibrous collagen tissue that attach muscles to bone. In some cases, they can become inflamed, leading to tendonitis. The reason you can extend your toes upward is because of the extensor hallucis longus ...click here to read more

Cigarettes have been around for decades and have become synonymous with poor health and lung cancer, yet millions of people around the globe still smoke. A relatively recent invention has been introduced to help curb this addition to smoking: the e-cig. According to a new research study, switching to this new way of smoking will ...click here to read more

Getting regular exercise helps to maintain weight, strengthen bones, and even reduces your risk of some cancers. While most people want to get out and do some physical activity, allocating the time for it is the challenge. Physical health may not be the only benefit of getting regular exercise. A new landmark study has revealed ...click here to read more

As a kid, you probably developed chicken pox—a rash all over your body that was incredibly itchy and made you miss several school days. You may think that chicken pox is something that only young children experience, but it can affect seniors too, and when it does, it is known as shingles. Shingles is far ...click here to read more

Bladder diverticulum is a condition that someone can be born with or it can be acquired later on in life. While the congenital form rarely requires any specific treatment, those who acquire bladder diverticulum later often need some kind of medical care. The condition presents as a pouch on the bladder wall. In the case ...click here to read more

Dementia is a term used to describe a group of symptoms affecting our ability to remember and think. The condition can be so pronounced that daily functioning, like the ability to cook for yourself and managing finances, can be negatively affected. An estimated 46.8 million people were living with dementia in 2015, with this number ...click here to read more

When we feel our stomach growl, it’s a signal that we need to eat something soon. Likewise, when we have eaten a meal and feel full, our body tells us that we don’t need to eat anymore. However, a new study suggests that these feelings could be learned in the opposite manner. “We already know ...click here to read more

When it comes to increasing your desire and libido, you have some options. Some people eat certain foods, others pop pills, while others rely on a glass of wine. Whatever you do to keep that flame going, there’s a new study suggesting that there is a simple way you can boost your libido. Sexual interest ...click here to read more

Anywhere you look and anyone you talk to, the message is always the same—lower your cholesterol. This can be done through lifestyle changes such as eating well and regular exercise or through medical intervention. You may think the lower your LDL cholesterol, the better your health may be, but some experts suggest that there is ...click here to read more

You may think that lifting weights and building muscle is only for the younger generation, but it is equally as important to continue building muscle as you age. As you age, muscle loss occurs at a much quicker rate, which can impair a person’s strength, balance, and mobility. Stacy Schroder of the Masonic Village at ...click here to read more

Another week has gone by, which means it’s time for your weekly health news round-up. A lot has been covered in the world of health news and we have compiled some of our best articles to get you caught up. You will find information on painful bowel movements, what causes a change in bowel habits, ...click here to read more

How tall are you? Would you consider yourself to be tall or average? Do you find it easier to reach items that may be too high for others, for example? If yes, then unfortunately, your health could be at a greater risk than someone who is shorter than you. Latest research uncovered that taller people ...click here to read more

Are you concerned about your vision? If so, you are not alone. In fact, failing vision is a top concern for many aging adults. Vision is an important aspect of well-being. Being able to see allows you to be independent, explore the world, and learn new things. When vision is impaired, it can leave individuals ...click here to read more

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and back pain may seem like two unrelated conditions, but there are some cases where they co-exist. IBS back pain is often expressed by patients and is sometimes called referred pain, meaning that pain is felt in a part of the body that isn’t the actual source. This may be the ...click here to read more