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Overactive bladder (OAB) is a common condition among older adults, particularly women. Overactive bladder is often associated with other conditions in the body, including irritable bowel syndrome, and multiple sclerosis. Here are some of our articles on overactive bladder, along with some useful management tips and home remedies. Overactive bladder and irritable bowel syndrome influenced ...click here to read more

This week’s health news roundup presents the latest research on ulcerative colitis, colon cancer, celiac disease, psoriasis, and urinary tract infections. This week, we discussed fatigue associated with ulcerative colitis, the differences between colon cancer and Crohn’s disease, increased rates of migraine due to celiac disease, psoriasis treatment reducing the risk of other health complications, ...click here to read more

Urge incontinence, also known as overactive bladder or spastic bladder, is the involuntary loss of urine accompanied by a strong urge to urinate. Urge incontinence is not a disease on its own, but often a symptom for an underlying health problem. If you experience this type of incontinence, you should see your doctor to rule ...click here to read more

A new study has found that too little or too much sleep could affect stroke risk and even stroke recovery. Based on the review of 29 previously published studies, the researchers concluded that sleep disorders are related to a higher stroke risk and impaired stroke recovery. Lead researcher Dr. Dirk Hermann said, “Sleep disturbances are ...click here to read more

Overactive bladder syndrome (OAB) may be caused by bacterial infection. In OAB, the bladder muscles spontaneously contract before the bladder gets full, leading to urgency and frequency of urination and even causing bladder leaks. Researchers found low-grade inflammation in some OAB patients which was not detected through the conventional NHS testing. This low-grade inflammation may ...click here to read more

The FDA has just released a statement warning that many antiaging and skin-lightening products contain mercury. The FDA suggests that you stop using the product immediately if you see “mercurous chloride,” “calomel,” “mercuric,” “mercurio,” or “mercury” listed on the label. Mercury may be found in antiaging or skin-lightening products that offer to remove blemishes, freckles, ...click here to read more

High LDL (bad) cholesterol levels are linked to amyloid plaque deposits, a signature characteristic of Alzheimer’s disease. On the other hand, high levels of ‘good’ HDL cholesterol and low levels of LDL cholesterol have been found to correlate with lower amyloid plaque deposits in the brain. Lead study author Bruce Reed said, “Our study shows ...click here to read more

If you’ve ever wondered – how does TMJ (temporomandibular joint) disorder cause tinnitus and hearing problems? – read on. But to understand how TMJ problems affect hearing, it’s important to first understand what TMJ is. Perhaps the most common TMJ condition is known as “locked jaw”. The jaw joints are responsible for opening the mouth, ...click here to read more

LDL cholesterol variability is associated with declining cognitive performance in older adults, according to research findings. “Bad” LDL cholesterol has been associated with artery plaque buildup contributing to heart disease. Aside from its effects on the heart, the findings of the study suggest that LDL cholesterol could also play a negative role in cognitive function. ...click here to read more

A recent article published in the Journal of the American Heart Association  states that postmenopausal women with heart disease have a higher risk of developing dementia or other forms of decreased brain function. According to the article, nearly 6,500 U.S. women aged 65-79 with healthy brain function were put through a series of neurocognitive exams. ...click here to read more

Research suggests that people with celiac disease and inflammatory bowel disease are more likely to suffer from migraine headaches. A migraine is a severe headache that can start with sensory warning signs like flashing lights, blind spots, tingling in the arms and legs, as well as sensitivity to sound and light. These headaches come with ...click here to read more

In the wake of ongoing research on Zika virus and the imminence of the Olympic Games in Brazil, one of the epicenters of the mosquito-transmitted infection, we invite you to browse through some of our recent articles on this subject. Recent studies looked at how West Nile-transmitting mosquitoes may be able to spread Zika, a ...click here to read more

Mental health update 2016: The latest research on mental health has uncovered that teenage brains can reveal future mental health conditions. Brain scans performed on adolescents may reveal a higher risk for mental health disorders like depression, schizophrenia, or bipolar disorder. Read more… Here are some of our recent articles on mental health, neurological disorders, ...click here to read more

Whether Alzheimer’s disease could lead to type 2 diabetes has been studied for a long time. Recently, researchers found that a common diabetes drug could be effective at treating Alzheimer’s disease – and that Alzheimer’s disease could, in fact, lead to type 2 diabetes. As the study found, Alzheimer’s disease and type 2 diabetes are ...click here to read more