To keep skin looking its best at any age, women should follow a few daily skin care tips. Wear sunscreen and moisturize. Use gentle cleansers, and keep showers short.
Plantar fasciitis is a common cause of heel pain. It affects the band of tissue on the bottom of the foot that connects to the heel.
It is possible to develop an allergy later in life, but a constant runny nose that is not associated with itchy eyes and sneezing is more likely due to something called nonallergic rhinitis.
A study found that special diets tailored to people’s blood types produced no health benefits.
Postmenopausal women who spend the most time each day in sedentary activities face a greater risk of dying from all causes than those who are more active.
A new study finds that glucosamine does not slow damage to knee joints in people with long-term (chronic) pain. Glucosamine is a dietary supplement. It is not regulated by the Food and Drug Administration. Many people take it as a treatment for osteoarthritis, but its benefit is uncertain. Prior studies have had conflicting results. The new study included 201 adults with chronic knee pain. They were randomly divided into 2 groups. One group received a daily drink (diet lemonade) that contained glucosamine. The other group received a placebo drink that did not contain the supplement. The study lasted 24 weeks. MRI images were taken of people’s knees before and after the study. The images showed no difference between groups in the degree of cartilage loss during the study. Breakdown of cartilage is a major source of osteoarthritis pain.
My doctor told me I’m overdue for a tetanus booster. I’m 64, and I wonder if it’s really necessary at my age. Can’t I just get one if I get a deep cut?
Treatment for depression isn’t limited to drugs. Exercise, cognitive behavioral therapy, and transcranial magnetic stimulation may also help.
Proton-pump inhibitors for stomach acid may reduce the risk of cancer in people with Barrett’s esophagus.