Healthy Living
Half of Americans will be obese by 2030, study predicts
Since 1990, the prevalence of obesity in this country has doubled. What happened?
February 12, 2020
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Vision
8 age-related eye problems you should watch for after 60
As we age, it is imperative to stay proactive about eye health.
February 11, 2020
Sleep
What kind of alarm you use affects your alertness after waking
Your choice of alarm contributes to that weighed-down feeling you get in the morning.
February 11, 2020
Health Insurance
One possible strategy for preventing surprise medical bills
It could provide some leverage over disputes that arise from unexpected bills.
February 11, 2020
Dental Care
Referred pain: when a toothache indicates a more serious condition
Referred pain can be indicative of a much bigger problem.
February 11, 2020
Coronavirus
The other silent coronavirus threat we need to consider
As the virus spreads rapidly around the globe, another potential crisis simmers in the shadows.
February 11, 2020
Pain Management
10 possible reasons for that pain behind your knee
And what to do if you have one of these conditions.
February 10, 2020
Dementia
Admit it: you’re on Dementia Watch
Odds are, if you have an older relative, you're keeping track of their memory glitches. Here's what a neurologist wants you to know.
February 10, 2020
Allergies
Why is everyone suddenly allergic to gluten?
Experts dive into the gluten free craze.
February 10, 2020
Digestion
The 8 worst foods for your digestive health
Get rid of heartburn, bloating and that terrible twisted tummy feeling by avoiding these big offenders.
February 10, 2020
Drugs
Is it really dementia? These common medications can trigger dementia-like symptoms
Certain classes of drugs can block an important chemical messenger in the brain.
February 8, 2020
How to tell when a bruise is a warning sign
Bruises are common. But sometimes a bruise is a sign of something more.
February 8, 2020
Diet
Could you be suffering from “milk and cookie disease”?
The childhood treat may be causing internal issues.
February 7, 2020
Alzheimers
Woman who evaded Alzheimer’s may hold the key to treating the disease
A thousand members of her family have or will develop full-blown dementia by age 50. So how did she escape dementia?
February 7, 2020
Just 4,400 steps a day might help you live longer
You don’t have to aim for 10,000 daily steps to reap the benefits.
February 7, 2020
Eye shingles cases are on the rise among older adults
Here's what you need to know to protect yourself.
February 5, 2020
Healthy Living
What bad dreams can reveal about your health
Nightmares are often the result of normal things like garden-variety stress — but they could be a signal of a physical health issue.
February 5, 2020
Heart
How Olympic legend Mark Spitz keeps his AFib in check
Aging puts us at risk for AFib, but former athletes like Spitz are at higher risk.
February 4, 2020
Vision
5 simple tips to protect your eyesight as you age
You'll still need reading glasses, but these measures can help ward off major problems.
February 4, 2020
Alzheimers
This low-intensity exercise helps prevent Alzheimer’s, study says
New findings prescribe regular aerobic exercise as a way to enhance brain function and cognition.
February 4, 2020