Category Archives: Health News

Women who report frequent nighttime hot flashes are more likely to suffer depression during menopause. The study included 29 healthy, premenopausal women aged 18 to 45 who were given a drug to reduce estrogen to mimic menopause for four weeks. Those who believed they experienced frequent hot flashes were more likely to develop mild symptoms ...click here to read more

The FDA has approved the first ever ‘artificial pancreas’ for type 1 diabetes. Dr. Jeffrey Shuren of the FDA said in a news release, “This first-of-its-kind technology can provide people with type 1 diabetes greater freedom to live their lives without having to consistently and manually monitor baseline glucose levels and administer insulin.” The device ...click here to read more

Kidney stones are quite painful, and if you’ve ever had one you know how badly you want it out! The good news is, there may be a quite enjoyable way to release kidney stones, and it involves a roller coaster ride. There is evidence to support that enjoying a roller coaster ride can help pass ...click here to read more

Statins are a common form of treatment for reducing cholesterol, but there are effective alternatives as well. According to recent findings, a heart-healthy diet, other cholesterol-lowering medications, and intestinal bypass surgery were all found to provide cholesterol-lowering benefits similar to those of statins. Senior investigator Dr. Marc Sabatine said, “The focus really should be not ...click here to read more

Although colonoscopies in older age may help detect colon cancer early on, a new study has found that for those over the age of 75 may not benefit as much from this form of cancer prevention. Based on review of over 1.3 million Medicare patients aged 70 to 79, the study found that undergoing a ...click here to read more

A new study has found that disability recovery among seniors is faster if they partake in exercise. The study also found that seniors who exercise regularly have a lower risk of developing disability in the first place. The researchers found that sedentary seniors who incorporated exercise into their lives were able to reduce their risk ...click here to read more

The risk of deadly drug interactions is higher among seniors as they are often prescribed different medications and supplements for a variety of conditions. One drug can drastically impact the effectiveness of other drugs and how your body uses them. Dr. Sandra Kweder, the FDA medical officer, said, “There is no question that physiology changes ...click here to read more

We already know that heavy drinking can have harmful effects on the body, so it comes as no surprise that it can negatively impact an aging brain, too. The study found heavy drinking can take a toll on many brain functions, including memory, attention, and learning. The researchers from the University of Florida asked 31 ...click here to read more

The leading cause of injury in the elderly, falls are becoming an increasingly common (and deadly) threat as the American population continues to age. Every day every second a senior falls, and rising numbers of falls mean rising medical costs. Experts urge the doctors to speak to their patients about the importance of reducing the ...click here to read more

Although smoking has been tied to shorter life expectancy in general, it has particularly negative effects on people with ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis). There is currently no cure for ALS, though researchers have identified numerous risk factors including genes, age, and underlying health issues. A recent study examined the link between tobacco and ALS. The ...click here to read more

This weekly health news roundup present the latest news and findings on atrial fibrillation, tinnitus, conjunctivitis, urinary tract infections, and cataracts. This week, we discussed the negative effects of atrial fibrillation on strength and balance, causes and symptoms of tinnitus, natural home remedies for pink eye, risk assessment for urinary tract infections in women, and ...click here to read more

If you suffer from constipation, you probably don’t visit the washroom very often. If you don’t have constipation or diarrhea, for that matter, but still visit the bathroom numerous times a day, is that normal? Regarding bowel movements, it’s hard to know what’s normal and what’s not because we’re all different. A person’s unique diet, ...click here to read more

September 29, 2016 is World Heart Day, so we present our top articles on the matters of the heart and related topics, including gallstones, heart failure, Mediterranean diet, asthma, and stroke. World Heart Day was founded in 2000 to bring awareness about the impact of heart disease and stroke on the population. Being among the ...click here to read more

In the wake of the rising popularity of open-concept residential plans, researchers wanted to investigate whether an easier access to the kitchen plays a role in people’s eating habits. The findings suggest that open-floor plans may actually promote overeating. Coauthor of the study Kim Rollings said, “Open kitchen-dining area floor plans remove visual and physical ...click here to read more