Chronic Pain Condition Almost Only Affects Women, but Rarely Gets Treated More women than men are affected by a rare condition linked with chronic pain. However, when women talk to their doctors about their pain, they feel their concerns are not taken seriously. Amber Meade, a 41-year-old nurse in Jacksonville, Florida, said the responses she received … Continue reading “Chronic Pain Condition Almost Only Affects Women, but Rarely Gets Treated”
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A Guide to Aging in Place
A Guide to Aging in Place The famous phrase, “There’s no place like home,” may be a line in a song and a movie, but it’s also the sentiment of older adults who want to age in place. Aging in place refers to older adults remaining in their homes for as long as possible, rather … Continue reading “A Guide to Aging in Place”
Japan’s Pharma Leader Is Seeking Approval for a New Parkinson’s Treatment
Japan’s Pharma Leader Is Seeking Approval for a New Parkinson’s Treatment Sumitomo Pharma announced that it is seeking approval for a potentially groundbreaking Parkinson’s disease treatment that transplants lab-grown stem cells into the brains of individuals with Parkinson’s disease. The Japan-based pharmaceutical company reported promising results in clinical trials of a stem cell therapy called … Continue reading “Japan’s Pharma Leader Is Seeking Approval for a New Parkinson’s Treatment”
I’m 78 and My Brain Is Sharp as a Whip—My No. 1 Rule for a Strong, Healthy Brain Is So Simple
I’m 78 and My Brain Is Sharp as a Whip—My No. 1 Rule for a Strong, Healthy Brain Is So Simple Older adults have many concerns, but one of the most important is staying mentally active and engaged as they age. For seniors seeking to maintain good brain health, Anthony Fredericks is more than willing … Continue reading “I’m 78 and My Brain Is Sharp as a Whip—My No. 1 Rule for a Strong, Healthy Brain Is So Simple”
People Prefer Home-Based Post-Acute Care Over Facilities
People Prefer Home-Based Post-Acute Care Over Facilities A survey study found that patients and caregivers who need medical care after leaving a hospital strongly favor receiving care at home rather than in a facility. Not only did survey participants prefer being home, but they were also willing to pay extra money per day for home-based … Continue reading “People Prefer Home-Based Post-Acute Care Over Facilities”
Japanese Interval Walking: What Is It and Can It Help With Exercise
Japanese Interval Walking: What Is It and Can It Help With Exercise Amy Glover said she tried nearly everything to reach her goal of 10,000 steps a day. However, no matter what she did, whether it was treadmill interval sessions, taking a walk at lunchtime, or VO2 max training, which measures the amount of oxygen … Continue reading “Japanese Interval Walking: What Is It and Can It Help With Exercise”
Liver Cancer Cases Projected to Double, but Over Half Could Be Preventable
Liver Cancer Cases Projected to Double, but Over Half Could Be Preventable A new report has found that three in five liver cancer cases worldwide could be prevented by reducing alcohol consumption, levels of viral hepatitis, and MASLD, a long-term liver condition caused by excess fat in the liver. The Lancet Commission on liver cancer … Continue reading “Liver Cancer Cases Projected to Double, but Over Half Could Be Preventable”
Alzheimer’s Patients Linked to Greater Cognitive and Mood Improvements Due to Antidepressant Vortioxetine
Alzheimer’s Patients Linked to Greater Cognitive and Mood Improvements Due to Antidepressant Vortioxetine Studies on an antidepressant medication that primarily treats major depressive disorder (MDD) in adults showed mixed results in people with Alzheimer’s disease who also experience depressive symptoms. Vortioxetine has been shown in some clinical trials to reduce depressive orders and improve mood … Continue reading “Alzheimer’s Patients Linked to Greater Cognitive and Mood Improvements Due to Antidepressant Vortioxetine”
Reversing Alzheimer’s Disease May Reveal Lithium as Potential Key, Research Shows
Reversing Alzheimer’s Disease May Reveal Lithium as Potential Key, Research Shows A team of Harvard Medical School (HMS) researchers says they have found a way to reverse Alzheimer’s disease and restore brain function by using low doses of lithium. After nearly a decade of investigation, the Harvard scientists discovered that the depletion of lithium plays … Continue reading “Reversing Alzheimer’s Disease May Reveal Lithium as Potential Key, Research Shows”
Denmark’s No. 1 Secret To Happiness
Denmark’s No. 1 Secret To Happiness Meik Wiking (pronounced “Mike Viking”), CEO of the Happiness Research Institute in Copenhagen, Denmark, recalled spending a weekend at a cabin in Sweden with some friends one December. It had snowed, and the friends decided to go for a hike. When they returned to the cabin, they built a … Continue reading “Denmark’s No. 1 Secret To Happiness”