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Successful aging has been defined in many different ways by researchers, but many can agree that it comprises more than just good health. The most accepted definition includes not suffering from chronic diseases or physical disabilities and having optimal social engagement and mental health. Some researchers believe that classifying successful aging in this multi-dimensional way ...click here to read more

Aspiration pneumonia is inflammation in the lungs, typically caused by an infection picked up from breathing in foreign matter – it’s also known as anaerobic pneumonia. One study conducted in Japan looked at risk factors that contribute to the onset of aspiration pneumonia. Even though it’s a leading cause of death among aging populations, there ...click here to read more

Clothing is intended to not only ensure we don’t walk around naked, but to portray a certain image, build confidence, make a statement, and protect our bodies from the outside elements. But certain clothing items could be hurting our health over time, especially the types of clothing we wear to the office. Many people who ...click here to read more

We’ve all been there – we’re in the middle of an activity or movie and the urge to urinate strikes. In our younger years, we were able to hold in our urine for a bit so we didn’t miss our favorite part of a show. But now that we’re older, the ability to hold our ...click here to read more

A new study has found that feeling lightheaded, dizzy, or faint when you stand up may mean you are at a higher risk of developing dementia. The cause of the sensation is a condition called orthostatic hypotension, which means a sudden drop in blood pressure. “Orthostatic hypotension has been linked to heart disease, fainting and ...click here to read more

A new study has found that through aggressive blood pressure interventions, the risk of mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and concurrent dementia is significantly reduced. This is the first study to link these results to both MCI and dementia. The study was done with a large population and had a long-term follow-up period, making the results ...click here to read more

Studies have shown that incorporating more fish into your diet can go a long way in slowing the decline of memory loss. The Alzheimer’s Association wrote on their website, “From the available evidence, it’s likely that eating fish could reduce your risk of age-related cognitive decline and improve other aspects of your health. There is ...click here to read more

You likely have heard the term arrhythmia, but what many people don’t realize is that there are many different types of arrhythmias. They are classified according to where they happen in the heart and by what they do to the heart’s rhythm. Essentially, the arrhythmia is a problem with the rate or rhythm of your ...click here to read more

There is a lot of hype around cannabidiol (CBD), which is a compound in cannabis. Unlike THX, another compound that creates psychoactive effects, CBD doesn’t and is continued to be studied for its potential effects to improve a variety of ailments. So far, CBD is most noted for the treatment of severe forms of epilepsy ...click here to read more

Marijuana has become quite the hot topic in recent years as more places continue to legalize it. There have been claims that marijuana can benefit health in several different ways including reducing pain and helping vision disorders. For some, marijuana may be a natural libido-booster. It isn’t clear how marijuana boosts libido, but there are ...click here to read more

Unfortunately, a lot of things tend to decline as we age. Hearing, vision, mobility, and even memory begin to deplete as the years go on. But these declines are not necessarily an inevitable part of aging. In regard to memory loss, there are some things you can do to slow down this process. including: Staying ...click here to read more

Lumbar spinal stenosis is associated with spine degeneration and can be debilitating. It happens most often in the neck and lower back, making it difficult to carry out daily tasks. While there is no cure, there are treatments to help ease the uncomfortable symptoms. When doctors are asked, “what is lumbar stenosis?” they tend to ...click here to read more

A build-up of cholesterol can cause your arteries to become clogged. When this occurs, there is a much higher risk for a cardiovascular event to occur. But often times, a person may live with clogged arteries without any signs or symptoms until something more serious occurs. Your body will reveal very subtle signs that your ...click here to read more

Memory loss doesn’t come without warning. But unfortunately, many patients don’t recognize the early signs of memory loss, which delays diagnosis. Although there is no cure for memory loss, early detection is still important, because treatment can begin early on to slow down memory loss progression. Many people simply believe that memory loss affects the ...click here to read more