Battling breathlessness
Shortness of breath is a common problem people bring to their doctors. Many times, the underlying disease is easy to diagnose and treat.
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Month: May 2015
Distracting music may trip up older memories
A study found that listening to distracting instrumental music might impair the ability to memorize pairs of names and faces in older people.
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Don’t just sit there
Too much time spent sitting is linked to an increased risk for developing disease. Experts recommend reducing sedentary time by two or three hours in a day.
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New concerns about diet sodas
There are growing doubts about whether diet sodas really help people lose weight and avoid diabetes.
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Secondhand Smoke – What Parents Need to Know
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Should you take probiotics?
Probiotics can be helpful in some cases, but it’s unclear whether they are safe for all older adults.
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The downside of too much sitting
More than half of the average person’s waking hours are spent sitting. But all that sedentary behavior may put people at a higher risk for heart disease, as well as shortening their lives-even if they exercise up to one hour a day.
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8 pill-free ways to lower your blood pressure
There are many ways to try to lower blood pressure without medication, such as exercise, weight loss, and meditation.
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What’s the best way to repair a failing aortic valve?
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Springtime Allergy Relief for Kids
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