Because I?m a former smoker and was having leg pains, my doctor recommended that I have an ankle-brachial index test. He said my score was on the low side. What does that mean?
Recent studies indicate that women may have menopausal symptoms into their 60s. Options for symptom relief are discussed.
A study showed that both moderate- and high-intensity workouts helped people with abdominal obesity to slim their waistlines.
Erectile dysfunction is not the only potential obstacle to men who want to have an active sex life. Other possible issues include urological infections, chronic pelvic pain syndrome, and Peyronie’s disease.
Colonoscopy saves lives, and adequate prep is essential for a successful colonoscopy. New laxative preps are making the process easier to tolerate.
Downloadable software, or apps, for smartphones and tablet computers help people improve their health. Some apps enable the user to share information with other users or with health care providers.
Eczema, an itchy, scaly skin disease, may make people more prone to heart disease and stroke.
Older age, alcohol consumption, medication use, diabetes, and osteoporosis are linked with an increased risk of falls for women, but not men.
Why do people over 60 lose height? I?ve lost a few inches over the years. Can this be prevented?
In February 2015, Harvard researchers headlined a conference about breakthrough technology that can edit genes in living cells.