How aromatherapy can benefit people with dementia
Aromatherapy involves the use of essential oils extracted from plants to improve physical and psychological well-being. It has been used for centuries as a...
He went from a stroke to a heart transplant to an Ironman finish line
Two months before his wedding, Vang Her had a cough he couldn't shake.
For weeks he'd hacked incessantly. How could he walk down the aisle...
What fruit can you eat if you have diabetes?
Living with diabetes often means being careful about what you eat, and a common question is, "Can I eat fruit?" Given the sweetness of...
How to manage tremors in Parkinson’s disease
Parkinson's disease is a progressive neurological disorder that primarily affects movement. One of the most recognizable symptoms of Parkinson's is the tremor, which typically...
Key warning signs of a high blood pressure crisis
Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is often called the "silent killer" because it typically has no symptoms, making it hard to notice until it...
Common causes and prevention of liver failure
Liver failure occurs when large parts of the liver become damaged beyond repair and the liver can no longer function. This is a life-threatening...
Common cause of heart failure may be different in men and women
A new study from the UC Davis School of Medicine has revealed significant cellular differences between male and female mice with heart failure with...
Antidepressant drug prescriptions may harm people with diabetic neuropathy
A recent study conducted by the Regenstrief Institute and Purdue University College of Pharmacy has shed light on the prescribing patterns of tricyclic antidepressants...
Stressed at work? it might be bad for your heart
A new study shows that men who find their jobs stressful are more likely to have heart issues.
The kind of stress that matters here...
Sensory stimulation in Alzheimer’s disease care: What to know
Alzheimer's disease is a progressive neurological disorder that impairs memory, thinking, and behavior. As the disease advances, it can diminish an individual's ability to...