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Hip replacement safe for patients in their 90s
Hip replacement safe for patients in their 90s
As the population ages, more and more older people might need to have their hip joints replaced. But how old is too old to undergo the surgery?More
As the population ages, more and more older people might need to have their hip joints replaced. But how old is too old to undergo the surgery?More
Simple blood test may have power to predict dementia risk
Simple blood test may have power to predict dementia risk
A blood test has been developed that can predict with 90 percent certainty whether a senior will suffer from dementia within the next few years, researchers report.More
A blood test has been developed that can predict with 90 percent certainty whether a senior will suffer from dementia within the next few years, researchers report.More
Could thyroid activity raise depression risk in seniors?
Could thyroid activity raise depression risk in seniors?
Older adults with slightly elevated thyroid activity may be at increased risk for depression, a new study indicates.More
Older adults with slightly elevated thyroid activity may be at increased risk for depression, a new study indicates.More
Many U.S. seniors get prescription painkillers from multiple doctors
Many U.S. seniors get prescription painkillers from multiple doctors
About one-third of Medicare patients who get prescriptions for powerful narcotic painkillers receive them from multiple doctors, which raises their risk for hospitalization, according to a new study.More
About one-third of Medicare patients who get prescriptions for powerful narcotic painkillers receive them from multiple doctors, which raises their risk for hospitalization, according to a new study.More
Too much sitting after 60 may lead to disability
Too much sitting after 60 may lead to disability
Too much sitting has been linked to increased risk for health problems such as heart failure and earlier death.
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Too much sitting has been linked to increased risk for health problems such as heart failure and earlier death.
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Scientists get closer to rejuvenating aging muscles
Scientists get closer to rejuvenating aging muscles
As millions of aging Baby Boomers know, muscle tone and strength declines with advancing age, regardless of gym workouts.
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As millions of aging Baby Boomers know, muscle tone and strength declines with advancing age, regardless of gym workouts.
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Moderate exercise may cut women's stroke risk
Moderate exercise may cut women's stroke risk
Brisk walking, tennis and other types of moderate exercise may lower a woman's stroke risk by one-fifth, a new study says.More
Brisk walking, tennis and other types of moderate exercise may lower a woman's stroke risk by one-fifth, a new study says.More
Restless sleep linked to widespread pain in older adults
Restless sleep linked to widespread pain in older adults
Waking up and not feeling rested isn't just annoying. Researchers say that "non-restorative sleep" is the biggest risk factor for the development of widespread pain in older adults.More
Waking up and not feeling rested isn't just annoying. Researchers say that "non-restorative sleep" is the biggest risk factor for the development of widespread pain in older adults.More
Hearing loss tied to faster brain shrinkage with age
Hearing loss tied to faster brain shrinkage with age
Older adults with impaired hearing may have a faster rate of brain shrinkage as they age, a new study suggests.More
Older adults with impaired hearing may have a faster rate of brain shrinkage as they age, a new study suggests.More
My father's keeper: Caring for a parent with dementia
My father's keeper: Caring for a parent with dementia
Four years ago, Kate Phillips became a family caregiver without quite realizing what she was getting into.More
Four years ago, Kate Phillips became a family caregiver without quite realizing what she was getting into.More
For seniors with dementia, the choice to live alone can be a risky one
For seniors with dementia, the choice to live alone can be a risky one
For the millions of Americans with dementia, staying at home for as long as possible is a common goal. But independent living can pose certain risks for these adults -- and prove challenging for family caregivers.More
For the millions of Americans with dementia, staying at home for as long as possible is a common goal. But independent living can pose certain risks for these adults -- and prove challenging for family caregivers.More
Aging brains can still make 'childlike' connections
Aging brains can still make 'childlike' connections
Certain regions in adult brains still have a "childlike" ability to create new connections that can help people learn new skills and form new memories as they age, according to a new study.More
Certain regions in adult brains still have a "childlike" ability to create new connections that can help people learn new skills and form new memories as they age, according to a new study.More
Gains of 'brain training' for elderly seen 10 years later
Gains of 'brain training' for elderly seen 10 years later
Elderly people who participate in "brain training" classes to keep their minds sharp continue to see positive benefits 10 years after the training, according to a new study.More
Elderly people who participate in "brain training" classes to keep their minds sharp continue to see positive benefits 10 years after the training, according to a new study.More
Death rate after hip, knee replacements has dropped sharply
Death rate after hip, knee replacements has dropped sharply
The risk of death from hip- or knee-replacement surgery has dropped substantially in recent years, a large new study finds.More
The risk of death from hip- or knee-replacement surgery has dropped substantially in recent years, a large new study finds.More
Cancer prevention guidelines seem to pay off for older women
Cancer prevention guidelines seem to pay off for older women
Older women who follow cancer prevention guidelines are less likely to develop cancer or to die from cancer and other diseases, according to a new study.More
Older women who follow cancer prevention guidelines are less likely to develop cancer or to die from cancer and other diseases, according to a new study.More
Gov't: Americans living longer than ever
Gov't: Americans living longer than ever
Americans are living longer than ever and their life expectancy is increasing every year, federal health officials reported Monday.More
Americans are living longer than ever and their life expectancy is increasing every year, federal health officials reported Monday.More
'Low T' therapy: Is it for me?
'Low T' therapy: Is it for me?
When men are young, testosterone tends to get a bad rap, often blamed for aggressive and overly competitive behavior. But as men get older, the bad rap continues, though for a different reason.More
When men are young, testosterone tends to get a bad rap, often blamed for aggressive and overly competitive behavior. But as men get older, the bad rap continues, though for a different reason.More
Most Americans don't deal with end-of-life issues
Most Americans don't deal with end-of-life issues
Most Americans do not deal with end-of-life issues and wishes, a new study indicates.More
Most Americans do not deal with end-of-life issues and wishes, a new study indicates.More
Heartening drop in diabetes complications seen among seniors
Heartening drop in diabetes complications seen among seniors
Better diabetes treatment has slashed rates of complications such as heart attacks, strokes and amputations in older adults, a new study shows.More
Better diabetes treatment has slashed rates of complications such as heart attacks, strokes and amputations in older adults, a new study shows.More
Deciphering the DNA of Alzheimer's patients
Deciphering the DNA of Alzheimer's patients
Data that details every gene in the DNA of 410 people with Alzheimer's disease can now be studied by researchers, the U.S. National Institutes of Health announced this week.More
Data that details every gene in the DNA of 410 people with Alzheimer's disease can now be studied by researchers, the U.S. National Institutes of Health announced this week.More
Want to stay young? Start moving
Want to stay young? Start moving
A new study finds that exercise among older adults helps ward off depression, dementia and other health problems, such as heart disease, cancer and diabetes.More
A new study finds that exercise among older adults helps ward off depression, dementia and other health problems, such as heart disease, cancer and diabetes.More
Aerobics might boost brain health for older adults
Aerobics might boost brain health for older adults
Older adults can boost their brain health by engaging in aerobic exercise, according to a new study.More
Older adults can boost their brain health by engaging in aerobic exercise, according to a new study.More
Balance training seems to prevent falls by elderly
Balance training seems to prevent falls by elderly
Exercise programs meant to prevent falls in seniors may also help prevent injuries caused by falls, according to a new review.More
Exercise programs meant to prevent falls in seniors may also help prevent injuries caused by falls, according to a new review.More
Common blood pressure drugs tied to lower risk of Alzheimer's
Common blood pressure drugs tied to lower risk of Alzheimer's
People who take certain commonly used blood pressure medications have a significantly lower risk for Alzheimer's disease than those who don't, a new study suggests.More
People who take certain commonly used blood pressure medications have a significantly lower risk for Alzheimer's disease than those who don't, a new study suggests.More
Learning challenging skills tied to better memory in seniors
Learning challenging skills tied to better memory in seniors
Learning mentally challenging new skills such as digital photography may help keep older adults' minds sharp, a new study suggests.More
Learning mentally challenging new skills such as digital photography may help keep older adults' minds sharp, a new study suggests.More
Being web-savvy tied to better health in seniors
Being web-savvy tied to better health in seniors
Older men and women who use the Internet frequently are more likely to have a lifestyle that includes many cancer-preventive behaviors, according to a new study.More
Older men and women who use the Internet frequently are more likely to have a lifestyle that includes many cancer-preventive behaviors, according to a new study.More
'Body clock' may explain why some body parts age faster than others
'Body clock' may explain why some body parts age faster than others
Scientists who say they discovered a "body clock" that can reveal the biological age of most human tissues suggest that their findings may help shed light on why people's bodies age and how to slow the process.More
Scientists who say they discovered a "body clock" that can reveal the biological age of most human tissues suggest that their findings may help shed light on why people's bodies age and how to slow the process.More
History of falls linked to post-surgery complications in seniors
History of falls linked to post-surgery complications in seniors
Seniors who've had one or more falls in the six months prior to surgery are at increased risk for poorer outcomes after their operation, according to a new study.More
Seniors who've had one or more falls in the six months prior to surgery are at increased risk for poorer outcomes after their operation, according to a new study.More
Head injuries common in nursing home falls
Head injuries common in nursing home falls
When seniors in long-term care facilities fall, more than a third hit their heads, a new study shows.More
When seniors in long-term care facilities fall, more than a third hit their heads, a new study shows.More
Study aging, not disease, for real benefits, scientists say
Study aging, not disease, for real benefits, scientists say
Research into ways to delay aging would provide better overall health and economic benefits than advances in deadly diseases such as cancer or heart disease, according to a new study.More
Research into ways to delay aging would provide better overall health and economic benefits than advances in deadly diseases such as cancer or heart disease, according to a new study.More
Daily walk may cut your breast cancer risk
Daily walk may cut your breast cancer risk
Older women who walk every day may reduce their risk of developing breast cancer. And those who exercise vigorously may get even more protection, according to new research.More
Older women who walk every day may reduce their risk of developing breast cancer. And those who exercise vigorously may get even more protection, according to new research.More
Surgical complications greater for minority seniors
Surgical complications greater for minority seniors
Older black and Hispanic patients are more likely than white seniors to have complications after surgery, and pre-existing medical conditions are a major reason for that difference, a large new study suggests.More
Older black and Hispanic patients are more likely than white seniors to have complications after surgery, and pre-existing medical conditions are a major reason for that difference, a large new study suggests.More
Medicare, Medicaid to keep running despite government shutdown
Medicare, Medicaid to keep running despite government shutdown
Despite the federal government shutdown that began Tuesday morning, U.S. officials said Medicare and Medicaid recipients and veterans will continue to receive health-care benefits.More
Despite the federal government shutdown that began Tuesday morning, U.S. officials said Medicare and Medicaid recipients and veterans will continue to receive health-care benefits.More
Aging may not dull decision-making skills
Aging may not dull decision-making skills
Seniors can be sharper than young adults at making financial decisions, mostly because they can tap into the wealth of knowledge they have accumulated over the years, new research suggests.More
Seniors can be sharper than young adults at making financial decisions, mostly because they can tap into the wealth of knowledge they have accumulated over the years, new research suggests.More
Many Americans worry about cost of long-term care
Many Americans worry about cost of long-term care
Worried about how you'll pay for long-term care in old age? You're not alone.More
Worried about how you'll pay for long-term care in old age? You're not alone.More
Health reform: Many on Medicare already enjoying benefits
Health reform: Many on Medicare already enjoying benefits
The Affordable Care Act will help millions of uninsured Americans get health coverage. But is it good for people on Medicare?More
The Affordable Care Act will help millions of uninsured Americans get health coverage. But is it good for people on Medicare?More
Vitamin D alone doesn't boost bone health
Vitamin D alone doesn't boost bone health
Calcium supplements improve bone health in postmenopausal women, but vitamin D supplements provide no benefit in women with normal vitamin D levels, a new study finds.More
Calcium supplements improve bone health in postmenopausal women, but vitamin D supplements provide no benefit in women with normal vitamin D levels, a new study finds.More
Daily tasks a challenge for many older breast cancer patients
Daily tasks a challenge for many older breast cancer patients
Many older women with newly diagnosed breast cancer have difficulty doing daily tasks, and the problem is especially common among black patients, according to a new study.More
Many older women with newly diagnosed breast cancer have difficulty doing daily tasks, and the problem is especially common among black patients, according to a new study.More
Extended hormone therapy doesn't help some prostate cancer patients
Extended hormone therapy doesn't help some prostate cancer patients
For men with intermediate-risk prostate cancer, long-term hormone therapy after radiation therapy provides no survival advantages compared with short-term hormone therapy, according to a new study.More
For men with intermediate-risk prostate cancer, long-term hormone therapy after radiation therapy provides no survival advantages compared with short-term hormone therapy, according to a new study.More
Research hints at how Alzheimer's affects the brain
Research hints at how Alzheimer's affects the brain
A new study in mice offers more insight into the workings of the substance that clogs the brain's circuitry and appears to cause Alzheimer's disease.More
A new study in mice offers more insight into the workings of the substance that clogs the brain's circuitry and appears to cause Alzheimer's disease.More
Loved ones stay attuned to spouse's emotions
Loved ones stay attuned to spouse's emotions
Older adults are less able to read emotions on their partner's face, but they do not lose the ability to make judgments about their spouse's emotions based on knowledge gained during their years together.More
Older adults are less able to read emotions on their partner's face, but they do not lose the ability to make judgments about their spouse's emotions based on knowledge gained during their years together.More
Older age may mean fewer hangovers
Older age may mean fewer hangovers
Here's some good news for anyone who's ever woken up fuzzy-headed and bleary-eyed after a night of heavy boozing: New research suggests that hangovers fade with age.More
Here's some good news for anyone who's ever woken up fuzzy-headed and bleary-eyed after a night of heavy boozing: New research suggests that hangovers fade with age.More
Study: Predominantly black nursing homes deliver poorer care
Study: Predominantly black nursing homes deliver poorer care
U.S. nursing homes with a high proportion of black residents appear to deliver poorer care and perform worse financially than homes with no or few minority patients, a new study suggests.More
U.S. nursing homes with a high proportion of black residents appear to deliver poorer care and perform worse financially than homes with no or few minority patients, a new study suggests.More
Genetic syndrome may have links to Parkinson's disease
Genetic syndrome may have links to Parkinson's disease
A genetic deletion may be linked to some cases of early onset Parkinson's disease, researchers say.More
A genetic deletion may be linked to some cases of early onset Parkinson's disease, researchers say.More
More menopausal women hospitalized for asthma
More menopausal women hospitalized for asthma
Menopausal women with asthma are hospitalized more than twice as often as men who are the same age, researchers have found.More
Menopausal women with asthma are hospitalized more than twice as often as men who are the same age, researchers have found.More
Brain protein is a key to 'senior moments,' study finds
Brain protein is a key to 'senior moments,' study finds
A protein in the brain could hold the key to reversing the age-related memory loss that causes "senior moments" of forgetfulness, Columbia University researchers report.More
A protein in the brain could hold the key to reversing the age-related memory loss that causes "senior moments" of forgetfulness, Columbia University researchers report.More
Could heavy coffee drinking help men battle prostate cancer?
Could heavy coffee drinking help men battle prostate cancer?
Men with a history of prostate cancer who drank four or more cups of coffee daily had a 59 percent lower risk of seeing their cancer worsen or return, a new study found.More
Men with a history of prostate cancer who drank four or more cups of coffee daily had a 59 percent lower risk of seeing their cancer worsen or return, a new study found.More
Calcium plus vitamin D won't cure joint pain
Calcium plus vitamin D won't cure joint pain
Older women seeking a cure for swollen, painful joints likely will find that taking calcium and vitamin D supplements won't reduce the severity of their condition, a new study reveals.More
Older women seeking a cure for swollen, painful joints likely will find that taking calcium and vitamin D supplements won't reduce the severity of their condition, a new study reveals.More
Simple test may spot dementia risk in seniors with diabetes
Simple test may spot dementia risk in seniors with diabetes
A simple scoring system that may predict the risk of dementia in seniors with Type 2 diabetes has been developed by researchers.More
A simple scoring system that may predict the risk of dementia in seniors with Type 2 diabetes has been developed by researchers.More
Stroke rates dropped over decade, Texas study finds
Stroke rates dropped over decade, Texas study finds
Stroke rates in older white and Mexican Americans declined over the past decade but remain higher in Mexican Americans, researchers have found.More
Stroke rates in older white and Mexican Americans declined over the past decade but remain higher in Mexican Americans, researchers have found.More
Closeness between grandparents, adult grandkids may ease depression
Closeness between grandparents, adult grandkids may ease depression
A good relationship between grandparents and their adult grandchildren can provide a psychological boost for both generations, according to a new study.More
A good relationship between grandparents and their adult grandchildren can provide a psychological boost for both generations, according to a new study.More
Outgoing young people become happier seniors
Outgoing young people become happier seniors
People who were outgoing and energetic as young adults seem to be happier with their lives by the time they hit retirement age, a new study suggests.More
People who were outgoing and energetic as young adults seem to be happier with their lives by the time they hit retirement age, a new study suggests.More
Probiotics not warranted for seniors taking antibiotics
Probiotics not warranted for seniors taking antibiotics
Giving probiotics to older adults who are prescribed antibiotics does not reduce their risk of diarrhea, a new study finds.More
Giving probiotics to older adults who are prescribed antibiotics does not reduce their risk of diarrhea, a new study finds.More
Nearly half of seniors may experience delirium after major surgery
Nearly half of seniors may experience delirium after major surgery
Delirium occurs in nearly half of older patients right after they have major surgery with general anesthesia, a small, new study finds.More
Delirium occurs in nearly half of older patients right after they have major surgery with general anesthesia, a small, new study finds.More
Red wine supplement may block benefits of exercise in older men
Red wine supplement may block benefits of exercise in older men
New research suggests that resveratrol, a natural antioxidant found in red grapes and products derived from them -- such as red wine -- could offset the health benefits of exercise in older men.More
New research suggests that resveratrol, a natural antioxidant found in red grapes and products derived from them -- such as red wine -- could offset the health benefits of exercise in older men.More
Scientists spot new brain 'pathways' possibly tied to Alzheimer's
Scientists spot new brain 'pathways' possibly tied to Alzheimer's
Doctors have long known that people with genes that produce a cholesterol transporter molecule called APOE4 are at especially high risk for Alzheimer's disease. Now they think they know why.More
Doctors have long known that people with genes that produce a cholesterol transporter molecule called APOE4 are at especially high risk for Alzheimer's disease. Now they think they know why.More
For seniors, unhealthy living may lead to disability
For seniors, unhealthy living may lead to disability
Seniors who don't exercise much, who smoke or who eat few fruits and vegetables are at increased risk for disability, according to a new study.More
Seniors who don't exercise much, who smoke or who eat few fruits and vegetables are at increased risk for disability, according to a new study.More
Living long and healthy after 65 depends on state
Living long and healthy after 65 depends on state
Place and race influence healthy life expectancy at age 65, U.S. health officials said Thursday.More
Place and race influence healthy life expectancy at age 65, U.S. health officials said Thursday.More
No benefit to community-wide dementia screening
No benefit to community-wide dementia screening
There's no proof that community-wide screening for dementia results in any emotional, clinical or economic benefits, new research indicates.More
There's no proof that community-wide screening for dementia results in any emotional, clinical or economic benefits, new research indicates.More
Online self-tests for Alzheimer's don't work
Online self-tests for Alzheimer's don't work
Most online tests for Alzheimer's disease are unreliable and unethical, a panel of experts says.More
Most online tests for Alzheimer's disease are unreliable and unethical, a panel of experts says.More
Two new Alzheimer's drugs show promise in early studies
Two new Alzheimer's drugs show promise in early studies
Researchers say two new drugs for Alzheimer's disease have shown promise in early experiments and will likely progress to the next round of clinical trials.More
Researchers say two new drugs for Alzheimer's disease have shown promise in early experiments and will likely progress to the next round of clinical trials.More
Cancer, chemo may lower Alzheimer's risk
Cancer, chemo may lower Alzheimer's risk
If battling a deadly disease can be said to have a silver lining, this might be it: Many forms of cancer appear to lower the risk for developing Alzheimer's disease, new research suggests.More
If battling a deadly disease can be said to have a silver lining, this might be it: Many forms of cancer appear to lower the risk for developing Alzheimer's disease, new research suggests.More
Putting off retirement may help stave off Alzheimer's
Putting off retirement may help stave off Alzheimer's
As Americans increasingly delay retirement, a new French study indicates this scenario may have a silver lining: a lower risk of developing Alzheimer's disease.More
As Americans increasingly delay retirement, a new French study indicates this scenario may have a silver lining: a lower risk of developing Alzheimer's disease.More
Infant vaccines also protect seniors against pneumonia
Infant vaccines also protect seniors against pneumonia
Vaccines given to infants to prevent blood and ear infections also seem to protect older people from pneumonia, a new study indicates.More
Vaccines given to infants to prevent blood and ear infections also seem to protect older people from pneumonia, a new study indicates.More
Today's 90-somethings seem sharper than predecessors
Today's 90-somethings seem sharper than predecessors
People in their 90s today are mentally sharper than those who were in their 90s a decade ago, a new study contends.More
People in their 90s today are mentally sharper than those who were in their 90s a decade ago, a new study contends.More
Women on hormone therapy may benefit from extra calcium, vitamin D
Women on hormone therapy may benefit from extra calcium, vitamin D
Although there has been significant debate about whether calcium and vitamin D supplements are beneficial for older women, new research suggests that the answer may be yes for those who are taking hormone replacement...More
Although there has been significant debate about whether calcium and vitamin D supplements are beneficial for older women, new research suggests that the answer may be yes for those who are taking hormone replacement therapy.More
Volunteering may be good for the heart in more ways than one
Volunteering may be good for the heart in more ways than one
Anyone who has ever been a volunteer knows that it feels good to help others, but researchers have found a less obvious benefit: volunteering can help reduce older adults' risk of high blood pressure.More
Anyone who has ever been a volunteer knows that it feels good to help others, but researchers have found a less obvious benefit: volunteering can help reduce older adults' risk of high blood pressure.More
Scientists find new clues to early onset Alzheimer's
Scientists find new clues to early onset Alzheimer's
People with genetic mutations that lead to inherited, early onset Alzheimer's disease overproduce a longer, stickier form of amyloid beta.More
People with genetic mutations that lead to inherited, early onset Alzheimer's disease overproduce a longer, stickier form of amyloid beta.More
For Alzheimer's caregivers, a much-needed break
For Alzheimer's caregivers, a much-needed break
Day care centers for people with Alzheimer's disease can give their spouses and other family caregivers a much needed source of stress relief, a new study suggests.More
Day care centers for people with Alzheimer's disease can give their spouses and other family caregivers a much needed source of stress relief, a new study suggests.More
Alzheimer's drugs may benefit heart, study finds
Alzheimer's drugs may benefit heart, study finds
Drugs used to treat early-stage Alzheimer's disease may also reduce patients' risk of heart attack and death, according to a new study.More
Drugs used to treat early-stage Alzheimer's disease may also reduce patients' risk of heart attack and death, according to a new study.More
Pesticide exposure may raise Parkinson's risk
Pesticide exposure may raise Parkinson's risk
Prolonged exposure to pesticides, bug and weed killers, and solvents appears to raise the risk for developing Parkinson's disease, a new study says.More
Prolonged exposure to pesticides, bug and weed killers, and solvents appears to raise the risk for developing Parkinson's disease, a new study says.More
Erectile dysfunction tied to long-term narcotic use in men
Erectile dysfunction tied to long-term narcotic use in men
If you're a man, the pain-killing medications known as opioids may do more than relieve pain -- they may also put a damper on your sex life.More
If you're a man, the pain-killing medications known as opioids may do more than relieve pain -- they may also put a damper on your sex life.More
Many seniors suffer mental decline in silence
Many seniors suffer mental decline in silence
About 13 percent of Americans 60 and older say they have increasing problems with thinking and memory and that they suffer growing confusion, a new report released Thursday shows.More
About 13 percent of Americans 60 and older say they have increasing problems with thinking and memory and that they suffer growing confusion, a new report released Thursday shows.More
Swimming pools may pose hazard for people with heart devices
Swimming pools may pose hazard for people with heart devices
With summer approaching, researchers caution that swimming pools may pose a risk to patients with irregular heartbeats who've received implantable defibrillators.More
With summer approaching, researchers caution that swimming pools may pose a risk to patients with irregular heartbeats who've received implantable defibrillators.More
Omega-3s no help against age-linked eye trouble
Omega-3s no help against age-linked eye trouble
Adding omega-3 fatty acids and other nutrients to standard antioxidant vitamins doesn't give older people any added protection against a leading cause of blindness, a new study finds.More
Adding omega-3 fatty acids and other nutrients to standard antioxidant vitamins doesn't give older people any added protection against a leading cause of blindness, a new study finds.More
Odds of dying in traffic accident increase with age
Odds of dying in traffic accident increase with age
Elderly pedestrians face a much higher risk of being killed in a traffic accident than the young do, a new government report finds.More
Elderly pedestrians face a much higher risk of being killed in a traffic accident than the young do, a new government report finds.More
Seriously stressed? Hair analysis tells all
Seriously stressed? Hair analysis tells all
Hair analysis can reveal if seniors have elevated stress hormone levels that may put them at increased risk for heart disease and stroke, a new study suggests.More
Hair analysis can reveal if seniors have elevated stress hormone levels that may put them at increased risk for heart disease and stroke, a new study suggests.More
Complications from kidney stone surgery rising
Complications from kidney stone surgery rising
As more patients undergo a minimally invasive procedure to remove kidney stones, the rate of complications from the surgery is also rising, according to a new study.More
As more patients undergo a minimally invasive procedure to remove kidney stones, the rate of complications from the surgery is also rising, according to a new study.More
Researchers test implanted brain stimulator for Alzheimer's
Researchers test implanted brain stimulator for Alzheimer's
Researchers are testing whether applying electrical stimulation directly to the brains of people with Alzheimer's disease might improve thinking, focus and alertness.More
Researchers are testing whether applying electrical stimulation directly to the brains of people with Alzheimer's disease might improve thinking, focus and alertness.More
Too few Americans pass last days in hospice care
Too few Americans pass last days in hospice care
Many people are still dying in hospitals, despite the fact that there has been a decrease in the number of patients who spend their final days in a setting that most would rather avoid, a new government report shows.More
Many people are still dying in hospitals, despite the fact that there has been a decrease in the number of patients who spend their final days in a setting that most would rather avoid, a new government report shows.More
New method may help pinpoint woman's final menstrual period
New method may help pinpoint woman's final menstrual period
A new formula to predict a woman's final menstrual period could help menopausal women fight bone loss and reduce their heart disease risk, a new study reports.More
A new formula to predict a woman's final menstrual period could help menopausal women fight bone loss and reduce their heart disease risk, a new study reports.More
Certain lifestyle factors linked to arthritis in study patients
Certain lifestyle factors linked to arthritis in study patients
Smoking, obesity and diabetes are all associated with an increased risk of developing rheumatoid arthritis, a new study suggests.More
Smoking, obesity and diabetes are all associated with an increased risk of developing rheumatoid arthritis, a new study suggests.More
Complications more common than thought for type of hip surgery
Complications more common than thought for type of hip surgery
The complication rate for hip arthroscopy, a minimally invasive surgical procedure to repair damage to the inside of the joint, is higher than previously thought, a new study finds.More
The complication rate for hip arthroscopy, a minimally invasive surgical procedure to repair damage to the inside of the joint, is higher than previously thought, a new study finds.More
Hormone pills in menopause may carry gallstone side effects
Hormone pills in menopause may carry gallstone side effects
Taking estrogen pills increases a menopausal woman's risk of needing gallbladder surgery to treat complications of gallstones, according to a new study.More
Taking estrogen pills increases a menopausal woman's risk of needing gallbladder surgery to treat complications of gallstones, according to a new study.More
A third of US seniors die with dementia
A third of US seniors die with dementia
There's more troubling news for America's aging population: A new report finds that one in every three seniors now dies while suffering from Alzheimer's or another form of dementia.More
There's more troubling news for America's aging population: A new report finds that one in every three seniors now dies while suffering from Alzheimer's or another form of dementia.More
Joint replacement may reinvigorate sex life
Joint replacement may reinvigorate sex life
Although most people get a total hip or knee replacement to decrease pain and move around more easily, a team of orthopedic surgeons has discovered an unexpected benefit: people enjoy sex more after surgery.More
Although most people get a total hip or knee replacement to decrease pain and move around more easily, a team of orthopedic surgeons has discovered an unexpected benefit: people enjoy sex more after surgery.More
FDA wants to relax approval process for Alzheimer's drugs
FDA wants to relax approval process for Alzheimer's drugs
In an effort to quickly develop drugs that could prevent or slow Alzheimer's, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said it plans to relax the approval process for experimental medications.More
In an effort to quickly develop drugs that could prevent or slow Alzheimer's, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said it plans to relax the approval process for experimental medications for the memory-robbing disease.More
Gene therapy helped mice withstand osteoarthritis
Gene therapy helped mice withstand osteoarthritis
In a very early sign of medical progress on the osteoarthritis front, scientists report they've used injections of modified genes to reduce the risk that mice will develop the painful, debilitating condition.More
In a very early sign of medical progress on the osteoarthritis front, scientists report they've used injections of modified genes to reduce the risk that mice will develop the painful, debilitating condition.More

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