At any age, extra weight, especially in the belly, increases the risk of developing diabetes, heart disease, stroke, and death. Losing weight is difficult, but there are many things you can do to drop pounds and keep them off.
Tai chi can improve balance and help prevent falls after a stroke.
Higher altitude does strain the cardiovascular system, but if you prepare and don’t push yourself too hard, high-altitude travel can be safe for men with history of heart problems.
Two types of tests are used to diagnose heart disease and risk of heart attack. The first determines if a blockage in the heart’s arteries is affecting blood flow. If the answer is yes, a second type is done to pinpoint the location of the blockage.
Regular moderate exercise up to 150 minutes per week releases brain chemicals that support better memory, concentration, and mental sharpness. To succeed at exercise, do it with a partner, outdoors, and in a way that is fun for you.
Researchers are looking for new approaches to treating osteoarthritis. These therapies go beyond damaged cartilage and include the osteoporosis drug strontium ranelate and stem cell therapy.
Type 2 diabetes damages blood vessels. People with “prediabetes” can lower the risk of progressing to diabetes by exercising 30 minutes a day, losing 5% of their weight, and changing the way they eat.
Generic medications meet the same standards for safety and effectiveness as brand name drugs.
Prescriptions for narcotic (opioid) pain relievers for osteoarthritis in older adults are rising. It may be causing more harmful falls and fractures.
Most hemorrhoids can be managed by increasing fiber and fluid intake and by using over-the-counter hemorrhoid products. Procedures to shrink or remove hemorrhoids are available if necessary.