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Some behavioral science experts now believe that heart disease patients should be examined closely for signs of anxiety and depression, as new evidence suggests it can be linked to a higher risk of stroke and death in this group of people. New research published in the Journal of the American Heart Association shows that people ...click here to read more

Memory loss, forgetfulness, memory lapses and cognitive function with aging is not inevitable. In fact, the brain is very much capable of producing new cells at any age, it’s just about knowing those helpful tips to promote a healthy brain. Our memories are a cherished part of who we are. When we recall moments that ...click here to read more

Hepatitis C screening is recommended for baby boomers as they face higher viral infection risk. Those who were born between 1945 and 1965 – baby boomers – have a five times greater risk of having been exposed to hepatitis C infection. For this reason, the CDC Task Force has recommended that those born during that ...click here to read more

Vascular dementia may be brought on by a stroke or multiple smaller strokes. Vascular dementia is a gradual or permanent loss of brain function. It can affect memory, thinking, language, judgement, and behavior. All parts of our body require blood flow to function. When blood flow becomes compromised, the function of the body part or ...click here to read more

Mixed dementia is a condition that combines the symptoms of more than one type of dementia. The most common mixed dementia combination is of Alzheimer’s disease and vascular dementia. There is a lot about mixed dementia that is still not fully understood, such as whether treating one of the types of dementia in the combination ...click here to read more

In chronic kidney disease (CKD) patients, lowering salt intake may benefit heart and kidney health. High salt intake is well known to be associated with worsened heart and kidney health outcomes. Persons with chronic kidney disease may be particularly susceptible to the effects of sodium, which can increase a person’s risk of death by heart ...click here to read more

Midlife diabetes diagnosis is linked to faster memory and cognitive decline and dementia progression during the next 20 years, according to research findings. The researchers found that diabetes ages the mind up to five years faster, compared to normal effects of aging. Study lead Elizabeth Selvin said, “The lesson is that to have a healthy ...click here to read more

Every part of our body requires blood, which flows out from the heart and then back into the heart. When there is an interruption in blood flow, it can lead to some negative health consequences. One major organ to point out which requires much blood flow is the brain. Our brains are so advanced that ...click here to read more

Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease develops when fat accumulates in the liver. This can occur in individuals who don’t drink alcohol or who drink in moderation. In some people, non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) causes no symptoms or complications. However, if it progresses, it can ultimately lead to liver failure. If you’re diabetic you should also ...click here to read more

Bipolar disorder patients may develop anxiety or depression following an episode of mania. The findings come from a national survey that collected data from 34,000 adults. An estimated 5.7 million Americans have bipolar disorder which is a mental illness characterized by bouts of mania and depression. Lead author and psychiatrist Mark Olfson explained, “Although it has ...click here to read more

The American Liver Foundation (ALF) estimated that 30 million Americans have some form of liver disease – that’s roughly one in 10 people. The ALF also states there are more than 100 different forms of liver disease. Similarly, within Canada, the country sees about 5,000 deaths annually linked to liver disease. Clearly, North Americans need ...click here to read more

October 10 is World Mental Health Day, so we present our top news stories discussing mental health and related topics including cataracts, Parkinson’s disease, dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, and memory loss. The theme of this year’s World Mental Health Day is “psychological first aid,” which focuses on psychological support provided by health staff, teachers, firemen, community ...click here to read more

It doesn’t matter where you look or where you go. Every channel, every radio station, every newspaper cover… somewhere, somebody is talking about the upcoming elections. Of course, election time is always a bit frenzied, but this year the race to the top is particularly heated. As a voter, sharing in the responsibility of choosing ...click here to read more

Triglyceride levels can be affected by alcohol intake in many different ways. For starters, alcohol consumption means more calories to metabolize. No digestion is required, so it goes directly to the liver. Instead of metabolizing fatty acids, the liver then starts processing the alcohol. As a result, the triglyceride levels in the liver – and ...click here to read more