A new concept of successful aging includes more than just freedom from major chronic illnesses like heart disease and cancer. It also means freedom from disability. Certain lifestyle measures make a person more likely to achieve successful aging.
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) was created in 1984 to develop “evidence-based” guidelines for use of preventive services-for example, cancer screening, medications to prevent disease, and lifestyle counseling.
A clinical trial found that acetaminophen (Tylenol) does not help people recover from new episodes of back pain.
On average, testosterone gradually declines over time in all men. Unlike in women, the decline in hormone levels in men is gradual and does not necessarily lead to unpleasant symptoms or health problems.
Celiac disease, an allergic reaction to gluten protein in food, and gluten sensitivity cause similar symptoms but require a different approach to manage.
Some medications used to treat a noncancerous enlarged prostate slightly increase the chance of developing aggressive prostate cancer.
Daily aspirin is recommended for those with existing cardiovascular disease, such as previous heart attack or stroke. For otherwise healthy men, the small potential benefit of aspirin must be weighed against the risk of unwanted bleeding.
A study found that in men older than 45, afternoon testosterone measurements were nearly the same as those based on blood drawn in the early morning. In men younger than 45, morning and afternoon test results varied markedly.
The ability to leave the home and move around freely without assistance is essential to living a healthy, independent life. Preserving mobility requires regular exercise for strength, flexibility, balance, and endurance.
Tea contains substances that have been linked to good health. Regular tea drinkers are less likely to develop diabetes and may have a lower risk of heart disease.