Older people who are able to perform better on measures of physical strength such as grip strength and walking speed are likely to live longer than those whose performance was poorer.
A study of lung cancer patients found that those who received early palliative care along with standard medical care lived longer and felt their quality of life was better than those receiving only standard medical care.
How much protein do I need every day? Does it matter what kind I eat?
Research has confirmed concerns that a certain class of diabetes drugs increases the risk of fractures in women, especially those over 65.
I’ve been advised not to take my statin drug, simvastatin, with grapefruit juice. But is it safe to take the medication at night and then drink grapefruit juice in the morning?
While it’s well known that a sedentary lifestyle is unhealthy, some newer research suggests that people who spend more time sitting are more likely to die.
Exercises that stretch and strengthen the muscles and joints of the hands can help ease pain and prevent injury.
Studies of breast cancer survivors have provided information that may lead to changes in the practice of lymph node removal and the use of radiation.
Several companies are offering genetic testing kits for sale to the public, but they are expensive and may not offer any useful information beyond what people can already learn from their own doctors.
I suffer from blepharitis and have tried many medications, but the condition always returns. How can I cure it?