Osteoporosis risks and ways to support healthy bones
Medication is Key in Recovering from a Heart Attack
“Listen to your doctor” is one of the golden rules we were taught growing up. It seems simple enough, but did you know that many patients skip their prescriptions? A new study found this to be particularly true regarding patients surviving a heart attack....
Nine New Risk Factors for Alzheimer’s Disease
What if studies found out that one can prevent their risk of developing Alzheimer’s by controlling certain factors in their life? A study published online in the Journal of Neurology Neurosurgery & Psychiatry is highlighting how lifestyle changes may positively...
Baby Boomers At Greater Risk of Alzheimer’s Disease
As we grow older, we become more susceptible to a variety of illnesses and diseases, and one of them is Alzheimer’s disease. According to the Alzheimer’s Association’s estimates, more than 5.1 seniors suffer from Alzheimer’s disease, and unfortunately, that number is...
Being Purpose-Driven Boosts Seniors’ Brain Health
For years many have supported the idea that one’s cognitive health directly impacts one’s overall health, and now numerous studies are proving that there is in fact a mind-body connection. One such study coming from one of the top-ranked medical institutions in the...
Are X-Rays or MRIs Effective in Combating Back Pain?
When you start to experience back pain, you may take some aspirin and hope it goes away shortly. But after a few days, the pain is still there, so you decide to see your doctor. After you finish explaining your symptoms, your doctor suggests one of these two actions:...