Urologists issued an update to its 2009 guideline to doctors on which men should be screened for prostate cancer with a PSA blood test. Men 55 to 69 should discuss risks and benefits before being screened. Men younger than 40 should not be screened.
Plain low-fat milk or soy yogurt provides lean protein and calcium without excessive amounts of fat and added sweeteners. Use plain yogurt as a foundation for a nutritious, filling breakfast. Yogurt can also be incorporated into other meals.
The amount of sodium in prepared foods hasn’t come down much since 2005 and has risen in restaurant meals.
Changes in memory occur with aging. Being more mindful of age-related changes and compensating for them can help a person perform daily memory tasks. It helps to pay attention and associate the new information with sounds, sights, and mental images.
Statin drugs reduce bad cholesterol and lower the overall risk of heart attack and stroke substantially. Not all muscle side effects people experience while taking statins are because of the drug. Statin effects on memory are not proven.
Exercise prevents flare-ups of low back pain caused by muscle strain or spasm. Exercise daily to make back muscles more strong and flexible. When back pain is due to a problem in the spine, do not start new exercise without talking to a doctor.
Emergency room visits related to the commonly prescribed sleep drug zolpidem (Ambien, Edluar, Zolpimist) have increased sharply, according to the U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA).
The sense of taste can decline with aging. In some cases, the change may be associated with a medical condition that can be treated and reversed. There are no medications or dietary supplements to improve taste.
Many studies have examined the possible health risks of drinking coffee and found little strong evidence of harm from even heavy coffee consumption. To stop drinking coffee or cut down, do so gradually.
Dutasteride (Avodart), a drug used to treat an enlarged prostate, may prevent worsening of the condition in men with mild or no symptoms.