Foods that older people with high blood pressure should avoid
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a common health problem among older adults. It increases the risk of heart disease, stroke, and kidney problems....
Early adult death rates remain high after COVID-19
A new study from the University of Minnesota reveals that death rates among adults aged 25–44 surged during the COVID-19 pandemic and remain significantly...
Breathing may introduce microplastics to the brain – new study
Small plastic particles are everywhere: in the soil where our food is grown, in the water we drink and in the air we breathe....
Why high blood pressure can increase stroke risk
High blood pressure, often called hypertension, is one of the most common health issues affecting older adults.
While it may seem like just a number...
What cold weather does to the body and how to protect yourself this winter
As temperatures drop, zip up that coat, pull on a hat and gloves and be mindful of how much time you're exposed to the...
The best supplements for your brain and eye health
As people get older, two of the biggest health concerns are dementia and eye diseases like macular degeneration and cataracts.
Both conditions can make daily life difficult—dementia affects memory...
The best exercises for lowering high blood pressure
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a common health issue for adults over 60.
It can lead to serious problems like heart disease, strokes, and...
Higher triglyceride levels may lower dementia risk in older adults
A new study suggests that older people with higher levels of triglycerides, a type of fat found in the blood, may have a lower...
Heavy cannabis use may affect memory function
A large new study has found that heavy cannabis use is linked to lower brain activity during tasks that involve working memory. The research, published in JAMA...
During family vacation, 39-year-old mother’s heart stopped at a water park
During a Fourth of July weekend with their two children, Tara and Tyler Yell visited a water park about 90 minutes from their home...