Can Weight-Loss Drugs Lead to Fewer Prescriptions for Older People?
Taking medicine is a normal part of life for many older adults. A person may have one tablet for blood pressure, another for diabetes,...
Study Finds the Key to Keeping the Brain Young
Growing older often brings changes in memory and thinking. Many people occasionally forget where they put their keys or struggle to remember a name...
New Sleeping Drugs May Raise Fall Risk After Hospital Stay
Many older adults leave the hospital with new medicines to help them recover.
While these medicines are often prescribed with good intentions, a large new...
Always Sleepy During the Day Could Be a Warning Sign for High Blood Pressure
Many people feel tired during the day from time to time, but constant sleepiness may be telling us something much more important.
Feeling sleepy during...
A Single Shot Instead of Weekly Ozempic Can be a Long-Lasting Weight Loss Approach
Medicines such as Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro have changed the treatment of obesity and type 2 diabetes.
These medicines copy the actions of natural hormones...
Poor Sleep Could Quietly Harm Your Liver if You Have Type 2 Diabetes
Sleep is one of the most important parts of good health, yet it is often overlooked.
Many people with type 2 diabetes focus on eating...
Can a Quick Step Predict Longevity?
Most people think of aging in terms of birthdays. Doctors often consider a person's age and medical conditions when estimating health risks.
However, scientists have...
Scientists Find a Longer-Lasting Weight Loss Treatment
Modern weight-loss medicines have helped millions of people manage obesity and type 2 diabetes, yet they come with one ongoing challenge.
Most patients must continue...
A Simple 30-Minute Daily Change Could Help Reduce Depression and Anxiety
Mental health challenges are becoming increasingly common around the world. Depression and anxiety affect people of all ages and can influence work, family life,...
Sleep Problems Could Be One of the Earliest Signs of Alzheimer’s Disease
Many people think of Alzheimer's disease as a memory disorder. The first signs that come to mind are forgetting names, getting lost, or having...