Medical Groups Raise Blood Pressure Rx Threshold for Healthy Adults Over 60
2017-01-16
Guidelines say therapy should begin after top number in reading meets or exceeds 150 mmHG, not 140Continue Reading
Common Viruses a Deadly Threat at Nursing Homes
2017-01-13
RSV and human metapneumovirus need to be taken as seriously as influenza, study author saysContinue Reading
Scans Hint at Running’s Brain Benefits, Even When Young
2017-01-09
Researchers suggest that an early boost in mind health may help people stay sharp as they ageContinue Reading
‘Weekend Warriors’ Can Still Stretch Their Life Spans
2017-01-09
Study found those who exercised one or two days a week saw gains similar to those who worked out regularlyContinue Reading
Hour-Long Nap May Boost Brain Function in Older Adults
2017-01-06
Linked to improved memory and ability to think clearly in studyContinue Reading
U.S. Glaucoma Cases Expected to Surge by 2030
2017-01-06
Routine eye exams the best way to prevent this major cause of vision loss, eye experts sayContinue Reading
Seniors’ Health Can Tumble After ER Visit
2017-01-06
Disability and loss of agility more likely six months after treatment, study findsContinue Reading
More Signs Mediterranean Diet May Boost Your Brain
2017-01-04
Older adults who favored this eating style lost less brain volume, study findsContinue Reading
Female Doctors May Have an Edge: Study
2016-12-19
Older hospital patients treated by a woman were slightly less likely to be readmitted or die within 30 daysContinue Reading
Anti-Aging Process Rejuvenates Lab Mice: Study
2016-12-16
Researchers said they used gene manipulation to ‘turn back the clock’Continue Reading