Scientists find new cause of Alzheimer’s disease
Alzheimer’s disease is the most common brain condition that leads to memory loss and confusion in older people. It is the leading cause of...
Common blood pressure drug linked to bowel issues, study finds
Diverticulosis, a condition where small pouches form in the walls of the intestine, is especially common in older adults. Though often harmless, it can...
Flu shot may help prevent stroke, study finds
A stroke is a dangerous condition that happens when blood can't reach the brain. It's like a traffic jam in your blood vessels—without blood...
Healthy habits could help cancer survivors live longer, new study finds
Making healthy lifestyle choices can help cancer survivors live longer, according to new research from the American Cancer Society (ACS).
The study looked at survivors...
Why do I get headaches when I exercise, even when I drink lots of...
Getting a headache during or after exercise can be seriously frustrating—especially if you have kept hydrated to try and stop them from happening.
But why...
Slowing sarcopenia: Keep your muscles healthy as you age
Starting at age 30, our bodies naturally start to lose muscle mass. We lose about 3–5% every 10 years. You might not notice the...
He refused to leave the ER. More tests revealed a 99.9% blocked heart artery.
In his early to mid-40s, Matt Bowman powered through triathlons and joined friends for 100-mile bike rides in the wide open countryside outside Richardson,...
Consider your liver: Here’s how it protects your health
Your liver is one of the most important organs inside your body, and it’s also the largest. But do you know what it does...
What stroke recovery really looks like today
You may already know the common signs of a stroke—sudden vision loss, a drooping face, weak arms or legs, and slurred speech.
But what happens...
Why some people experience vision problems before memory loss in Alzheimer’s
Not all cases of Alzheimer’s disease begin with memory problems.
A rare form called posterior cortical atrophy (PCA) affects vision first, making it hard for...