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People can coach themselves to success to achieve their goals. Developing realistic, attainable goals; being honest about what has been a barrier to success in the past; and positive reinforcement can make the process easier and far more likely to be successful.
Surgery isn’t necessary for cataracts if the condition is mild and isn’t affecting a person’s daily life.
A hiatal hernia occurs when the stomach slides through a natural hole in the diaphragm, which can lead to acid reflux.
COVID-19 may have lingering effects, such as headaches, fatigue, and cognitive problems, and possibly lung, heart, or kidney damage. Because so little is known about why this happens, there are no official follow-up guidelines or recommendations. Some experts say it may be worth a conversation with a doctor. It is hoped that research may yield more information in the future.
Only an estimated 40% of American adults get 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic exercise a week, the low end of what the government recommends. Only 20% of adults perform the recommended strength training twice a week. This lack of movement makes older adults less fit than they could be for their age. But the good news is that people can build strength and improve their fitness at any age using a gradual, progressive approach that focuses on building strength, cardiovascular fitness, and flexibility and balance.
Intimate partner violence, which includes physical or sexual violence, psychological harm, or stalking by a current or former partner, affects as many as one in three women. Help is available, even during the pandemic. Leaving an abusive situation can be challenging, but having a plan can help. Women should also be aware that the abuse isn’t their fault and they are not alone. As many as one in three women experiences intimate partner violence.
Neurotoxins and dermal fillers for cosmetic use are being sold illegally online to unlicensed individuals, putting people at risk of serious complications.
Having had irregular or long menstrual cycles is linked to a higher risk of dying before age 70.
Intense exercise doesn’t reduce the risk of early death compared with lower-intensity workouts.
Wearing a face mask can be uncomfortable. It can make breathing feel a little challenging, spark feelings of claustrophobia, or irritate the face and ears. Fortunately, many steps can help reduce face mask discomfort. For example, if breathing with a mask on feels difficult, it will help to breathe at a slower rate. If ear pain is a problem, it will help to use an “ear saver” that relieves pressure on the ears.