Dizzy spells when you stand up: When should you worry?
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.
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Boost the power of your breakfast cereal
The healthiest breakfast cereals are those made with whole grains, such as corn, wheat, or brown rice.
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Common pain relievers add bleeding risk to afib treatment
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.
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Poor sleep linked to dementia and ministrokes
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.
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Pelvic organ prolapse: You’re not alone
About half of women over 50 have pelvic organ prolapse, which may cause discomfort, incontinence, or pain during sex.
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Balance and strength exercises may help reduce falls
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.
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Reduce your risk of silent strokes
Silent strokes occur without symptoms, yet have the potential to severely impair memory and brain health.
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Stay a step ahead of urinary tract infections
Urinary tract infections are common among older adults, but the infections are often overdiagnosed and overtreated.
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Add weight training to control belly fat, say Harvard researchers
Harvard researchers say healthy men who do 20 minutes of daily weight training have less of an increase in age-related abdominal fat compared with men who spend the same amount of time doing aerobic activities.
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Protect your vision to protect your independence
If not corrected, vision problems can lead to many complications, such as trouble reading medication labels, difficulty driving, and an increased risk of falls. It’s crucial to have comprehensive eye exams to catch common eye conditions.
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