Does a statin prevent dementia?
Statins probably don’t cause memory loss, but there isn’t enough evidence that they prevent dementia, either.
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Botox: It isn’t just for wrinkles
Botox is a useful treatment for chronic headache, excessive underarm perspiration, overactive bladder, and other conditions caused by muscle spasms.
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Watch out for changing pill appearance, say Harvard researchers
Cosmetic differences in generic drugs are common. However, changes may lead some people to stop taking their medications.
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Protein check: How much do you really need?
It’s unclear how much protein is essential as people get older. It’s best to follow the current Recommended Dietary Allowance for protein intake, which is 46 grams per day for women and 56 grams for men.
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What’s new with the LVAD?
A left ventricular assist device (LVAD) is a battery-driven pump implanted in the chest to support the pumping action of the heart’s ventricles. The rapidly evolving device has become a valuable asset in treating people severely ill with heart failure.
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Fresh isn’t always best when it comes to fruit and vegetables
Fresh isn't necessarily best when it comes to produce. Studies have shown that fresh, frozen, and canned fruits and vegetables are nutritionally similar. Frozen and canned sources of produce are often cheaper. And they are already washed and cut, making them more convenient. Here are some tips for buying and using fresh, frozen, canned, and dried fruits and vegetables.
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When To Take Your Child to the ER
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The Upside of Genetic Mutations
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Ask the doctor: Vitamin B12 essential for thinking skills
Ask the doctor: Vitamin B12 essential for thinking skills?
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Stay flexible to protect your mobility
People need flexible muscles in order to extend the arms and legs, walk across a room, and maintain balance. A program of daily stretching is recommended for people who’ve lost flexibility.
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