Pain and certain other symptoms during exercise are not normal. Red flags fall into four categories: chest pain, shortness of breath, lightheadedness, and joint pain.
Two techniques-the pop-bottle method and the lean-forward method-can help people improve their ability to get medicine down better than the old method of taking a sip of water from a cup and trying to swallow.
Orthostatic hypotension is a drop in blood pressure when standing up. If it ever leads to loss of consciousness or a fall, it can be dangerous.
The healthiest breakfast cereals are those made with whole grains, such as corn, wheat, or brown rice.
A study found that taking over-the-counter anti-inflammatory pain relievers like ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin) and naproxen (Aleve) can increase risk of internal bleeding in people with atrial fibrillation who take blood thinners.
Evidence shows that people with conditions that rob them of oxygen and deep sleep are more likely to have changes in the brain that may lead to dementia.
About half of women over 50 have pelvic organ prolapse, which may cause discomfort, incontinence, or pain during sex.
It appears that exercise may significantly reduce falls among people with less severe PD, and may improve balance and quality of life for anyone with PD.
Silent strokes occur without symptoms, yet have the potential to severely impair memory and brain health.
Urinary tract infections are common among older adults, but the infections are often overdiagnosed and overtreated.