The National Cancer Institute recently reported that even though the number of women diagnosed with breast cancer has been going up since 2010, the number...
Health
Catering to readers seeking insights on adopting healthier habits for their physical and mental well-being, this section offers practical advice on exercise, fitness, heart health, nutrition, and other facets of personal wellness. From tips on movement and diet to in-depth discussions about cardiovascular health and the mind-body connection, the goal is to provide a well-rounded perspective on taking an informed, holistic approach to one's health.
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Reduce the Risk of Contagious Illness
For many, the recent pandemic seems a nightmare best forgotten. While some wear masks and cover their mouths when coughing, lots of folks have returned...
Medical Testing Errors
Errors in medical test results are common. For example, studies report that up to 12 percent of mammogram results are false positive, meaning they report...
Weight Loss Drugs and Alcohol
Drugs like Mounjaro (tirzepatide), Wegovy (semaglutide), Ozempic (semaglutide), and Trulicity (dulaglutide) belong to a class of drugs called glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) agonists. They started off as...
The Science of Swearing
Languages around the world have taboo words (curse or swear words), and the use of them is commonly frowned upon. But that doesn’t stop researchers...
Should You Worry About the New Bird Flu?
Flu season officially starts in October, and this year you may have a new type of virus to worry about—avian influenza, more commonly known as...
Here Are the Best Sneakers for What You Do
When you think of the different types of footwork needed for various fitness activities, it makes sense that even the best walking shoes might not...
Considering Hip Replacement?
If you’ve exhausted all nonsurgical options to ease the pain of an arthritic hip, it might be time for you to explore hip-replacement surgery. More...
Rotator Cuff Tendinitis: How to Relieve Your Shoulder Pain
Feeling pain in your shoulder that just won’t go away? It could be rotator cuff tendinitis, says Terrance Sgroi, DPT, SCS, doctor of physical therapy...
Why Do I Bruise So Easily? Here are 5 Reasons
Ecchymosis, commonly known as bruising, isn’t typically worrisome, but people do wonder, Why do I bruise so easily? especially as we get older. For some...
Is Dementia Reversible?
At the present time, the three most common forms of dementia…Alzheimer’s disease, vascular dementia, and Lewy Body dementia…have no cure. But researchers are working on...
What is Lewy Body Dementia?
Lewy Body Dementia (LBD), sometimes called Dementia with Lewy Bodies, is the third most common form of dementia (after Alzheimer’s disease and vascular dementia), affecting...
