Inflammation-fighting corticosteroids don’t offer much help fighting sinus infections, though they may provide relief for individuals dealing with allergy-related sinusitis.
A huge new study has identified many new genetic changes that appear to be involved in causing colorectal cancer. Each of these newly identified genetic changes is a target for drug therapy.
Coconut oil is getting attention for its health properties. It raises HDL, the “good” cholesterol. However, it has lots of saturated fat, which can raise LDL (or “bad”) cholesterol, so you’re better off with vegetable oils.
Cataract surgery can help prevent hip fractures that result from falls. In a recent study, researchers noted that clear vision contributes significantly to postural balance and stability.
Statins are effective at lowering low-density lipoprotein (LDL, or “bad”) cholesterol levels and lowering the risk of heart attack and stroke. However, conflicting literature debates whether statins are right for everyone.
Although calcium supplements are under attack for a possible link to heart attack risk, Harvard experts question the link and note that such risks haven’t been found with calcium-rich foods. They recommend that you get most of your calcium from food.
Aerobic exercise is not enough to maintain good health in your older years. Strength training in older adults is very important because it can slow and reverse age-related declines in muscle mass and muscle endurance.
Researchers now have better evidence that deep brain stimulation improves the motor symptoms of Parkinson’s disease for up to three years after implantation.
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For women from ages 50 to 69, getting a mammogram saves lives. That’s the conclusion of a new review of research. About 7 to 9 lives are saved for every 1,000 women who get mammograms every 2 years, the study found. That benefit outweighs potential harms, the authors concluded. Harms might include anxiety and treatments that some women don’t really need. The new analysis was based on studies in Europe and the actual experience of breast cancer screening programs there. It found that about 4 women for every 1,000 tested were “overdiagnosed.” This means the cancers found would not have been detected otherwise or caused any problems during their lives. Researchers also estimated other results for each group of 1,000 women tested. About 200 would have at least one recall visit and an extra test that showed they did not have cancer.