Research on social connections and aging finds that older people with a large, active social network are more likely to retain their cognitive functioning, and less lilely to develop dementia.
Is it possible to hit your head and have a stroke from something called a dissection?
People who have had serious side effects after LASIK eye surgery brought their complaints to a hearing April 25. The Associated Press reported on the hearing. It was sponsored by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). LASIK uses a laser to reshape the eye and improve vision. FDA officials said perhaps 5% of patients are not happy with LASIK. It’s not clear how many of those have serious side effects. Problems described at the hearing included eye pain, dry eyes, glare, blurry vision and poor night vision.
I have a 4 year-old-boy with Down Syndrome. His behavior is starting to change; he now pushes, hits and throws tantrums. Is this a normal 4-year-old behavior, and is it expected of a child with Down Syndrome?
I have read that getting a flu shot more than five years in a row leads to a higher risk of Alzheimer’s disease. Is this information valid?
Is it OK for someone with Epstein-Barr virus to donate blood?
Can I use the nasal spray Astelin if I have glaucoma?
Is pneumonia contagious?
I suffer from irritable bowel syndrome. I take Prevacid for heartburn. I know what foods to avoid, but I am having trouble finding what foods are good for me. Any recommendations?
How long should a man with benign prostatic hyperplasia be treated with medications before having surgery, if he still gets up a couple times at night?