10 things you can do to prevent dementia
Dementia is a condition that affects the brain and causes a decline in cognitive abilities, including memory, thinking, and reasoning.
While there is no known...
Walking a leashed dog linked to traumatic brain injury among adults
In a new study, researchers from Johns Hopkins University wanted to learn more about the injuries people can get while walking their dogs.
They looked...
Majority of people over 50 are open to stopping their medications
Did you know that many older adults are interested in "deprescribing" their medications?
A new poll conducted by the University of Michigan National Poll on...
How to prevent high blood pressure effectively
There are many ways to prevent and manage high blood pressure. Here are some tips on how to keep your blood pressure in check.
10 best foods for preventing heart disease
Heart disease is a leading cause of death worldwide.
While there are many factors that contribute to heart disease, such as genetics and lifestyle choices,...
Smartwatches may be key new treatment for Parkinson’s disease
New research has shown that smartphones and watches like the Apple Watch can be used to capture important features of early, untreated Parkinson's disease.
The...
Scientists find new way to stop anxiety
Anxiety is a common feeling that we all experience from time to time. It's when we feel worried, scared or nervous about something, even...
Scientists find a better way to treat type 2 diabetes in older people
In a new study, a group of scientists from all around the world came together to study diabetes in older people. They were led...
New ‘gene silencing’ drug may treat Alzheimer’s disease effectively
A groundbreaking trial has found a new genetic therapy for Alzheimer's disease that can lower the levels of the tau protein, which is known...
Lowering blood pressure below 120 mm hg can prevent stroke
Researchers at The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio have found that intensive blood pressure treatment can strongly reduce the risk...