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A new study has found that many atrial fibrillation patients are not receiving potentially life-saving blood thinners. The study found that about half of patients hospitalized for the heart condition do not receive blood thinners as a treatment. Atrial fibrillation raises the risk of blood clots, which can be reduced with blood thinners. Blood clots ...click here to read more

Balance problems are a common experience for people following a stroke. Insufficient co-ordination and stability can make people feel unsteady and lead to falls and lack of confidence. Thankfully, there are exercises that can help stroke sufferers regain balance. The impact of stroke on balance can be complex, but we know that the brain sends ...click here to read more

Lew body dementia (LBD) is an umbrella term referring to both Parkinson’s disease dementia and dementia with Lewy bodies. In dementia with Lewy bodies, cognitive symptoms interfering with daily living present themselves before or within one year of Parkinson’s-like movement problems. In Parkinson’s disease dementia, cognitive symptoms usually don’t appear until after a year of ...click here to read more

Delirium after cardiac surgery is linked to prolonged loss of cognitive function. The findings of the study suggest that interventions to prevent delirium in advance of surgery could help cardiac patients avoid long-term cognitive consequences. Co-lead author Jane Saczynski explained, “Our findings now suggest that postoperative delirium, once thought of as an acute, transient cognitive ...click here to read more

High blood pressure is a frequent topic of discussion as it is associated with an increased risk of a heart attack and stroke. But low blood pressure is often left out, even though this condition comes along with its own complications. Low blood pressure doesn’t have a clear-cut definition, because what is considered low for ...click here to read more

High blood pressure may raise the risk of developing vascular dementia. The analysis of medical records from over four million people helped researchers identify high blood pressure as a risk factor for vascular dementia. Vascular dementia develops when part of the brain isn’t getting enough blood carrying the oxygen and nutrients it requires. Some people ...click here to read more

In Alzheimer’s disease, cognitive impairment may be improved with probiotics. Probiotics have been shown to help aid in other conditions such as IBS, IBD, allergies, colds, and many more. Although researchers have long hypothesized that probiotics may have a positive influence on cognitive health, there was little evidence to support this notion. The idea that ...click here to read more

Stroke can be treated if detected and addressed quickly. But how would you know if you or a loved one is having a brain attack? Research shows that close to 800,000 Americans have a stroke every year. About 140,000 die from it. It’s estimated that one out of every 20 deaths in the United States ...click here to read more

November 14, 2016 is World Diabetes Day, so we present our top articles to keep you informed about diabetes and related topics including high blood pressure, diabetic retinopathy, cataracts, and Alzheimer’s disease. Below you will read about ways to better manage diabetes, complications of diabetes, and conditions and illnesses that can impact diabetes. Type 2 ...click here to read more

Most of us like a drink (or two) every now and then. And, let’s face it, everywhere we go, alcohol and alcohol consumption are part and parcel of our culture. The risks of alcohol consumption and, more specifically, over-consumption have been documented in many medical studies. And the tragic statistics involved with driving while intoxicated ...click here to read more

This week’s health news roundup presents the latest stories and news articles on Alzheimer’s disease, kidney disease, urinary tract infections, blood pressure, and dementia. In case the recent elections kept you busy, here are our top stories for you to catch up on the latest health developments and recommendations. Alzheimer’s disease and eating problems: Tips ...click here to read more

For years, little was known about Parkinson’s disease. Without a cause, a cure could not be found. But after extensive research, we’re closer to a potential cure as scientists have now discovered a cause for Parkinson’s disease. Parkinson’s disease mainly affects movement as it is a progressive neurological illness. Which means, over time Parkinson’s disease ...click here to read more

Dizziness after standing results from a drop in blood pressure, but it could also be a more serious condition known as delayed orthostatic hypotension. Whether you got up too quickly from a seated or lying position, from time to time it seems that motion can cause dizziness. Orthostatic hypotension (OH) is a condition characterized by ...click here to read more

Dementia risk is independently linked with sepsis, delirium, and acute dialysis among the elderly. The study looked at a random five percent of senior Medicare patients who were treated in intensive care in 2005. The participants were followed for three years. The study included 25,368 patients, and 4,519 of them were diagnosed with dementia. Older ...click here to read more