Healthy Living
FDA offers warnings on some CBD products, says “there are real risks that need to be considered”
The FDA issued warning letters to 15 companies, but you shouldn't panic.
December 2, 2019
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Aging
Why retesting older drivers is pure and simple ageism
Before anyone starts with the “old people are bad drivers” nonsense, just know that the Insurance Institute for Highway Safeway begs to disagree.
December 2, 2019
Alzheimers
Futuristic brain stimulation lamp offers a ray of hope for Alzheimer’s patients
A new company is attempting to harness the potential of gamma waves to help slow cognitive decline.
December 2, 2019
Doctors
Constant hospital alarms make patients feel like prisoners
Of the thousands of alarms going off each day, an estimated 85% to 99% do not require clinical intervention.
December 2, 2019
For many, knee replacements mean no relief from the pain
With surgery rates soaring, doctors worry the procedure is overused.
December 1, 2019
15 ways you can stave off joint pain
Getting older doesn’t mean your joints have to hurt.
November 30, 2019
Dementia
How baseball can improve the lives of people with dementia
These new programs can tap into the brain’s creative network.
November 30, 2019
9 foods that can soothe an upset stomach
If you've got gas, bloating, or a fussy tummy, try eating these foods which can calm things down.
November 30, 2019
Dental Care
‘Hit and run’ dentists prey on older adults — here are the warning signs
The practice undermines the integrity of dentists everywhere.
November 27, 2019
Aging
Here’s what 110-year-olds can teach scientists about aging
Researchers discovered interesting traits common among people over 110. But the super-centenarians have their own theories.
November 25, 2019
Pain Management
This story contains a warning that might cause alarm — or just apathy
Welcome to the world of Proposition 65 warnings, which inspire terror, apathy or confusion.
November 25, 2019
Mental Health
Reducing anxiety: a playlist to calm your mind from a music therapist
Certain songs are better at helping people relax.
November 24, 2019
Sleep
Trouble staying asleep? Here’s how to prevent middle-of-the-night awakenings
Sleep restriction is designed to eliminate prolonged middle of the night awakenings in seven steps.
November 23, 2019
Mental Health
5 signs your anxiety is something more serious, according to experts
There's a difference between feeling anxious and having an anxiety disorder.
November 22, 2019
Healthy Living
6 quiet signs stress is starting to affect your health
If stress becomes chronic, your body starts acting out in unusual, disruptive ways. Here are the warning signs.
November 19, 2019
Mental Health
Cherophobia is the fear of being happy — because when you’re happy, something bad always happens
Do you actively avoid good feelings to circumvent the bad?
November 19, 2019
Vaccines
Your ‘free’ flu shot comes at a surprisingly high cost
The wide discrepancy in prices illustrates what’s wrong with America’s health system.
November 19, 2019
Alzheimers
A husband tracked the progression of his wife’s Alzheimer’s through her art
She demonstrated new levels of creativity while her cognitive function declined.
November 17, 2019
Aging
Optimism can increase your lifespan, according to new research
Always look on the bright side of life.
November 17, 2019