I’m 63, and I’ve begun to notice a decline in the quality of my fingernails. They have up-and-down ridges, and at the tips, they’re always splitting. I’ve heard you can tell a lot about a person’s health from her nails. What does this say about mine?
Even as people become more sedentary, evidence continues to accumulate showing that regular exercise is crucial to staying healthy. Getting started on a regular routine is often the most difficult step.
Women who are considering having a hysterectomy to relieve heavy menstrual bleeding may find microwave endometrial ablation a less invasive option.
Folic acid is essential to the production of new cells, and helps protect against certain kinds of birth defects, but studies have suggested that an excess of folic acid may contribute to the growth of cancer cells.
A study found that people who followed four easily accomplished healthy behavior habits lived an average of 14 years longer than those who did not practice any of them.
Researchers have developed a test for ovarian cancer that works by testing for the presence of a group of proteins believed to be affected by tumor development in the body.
What’s your professional opinion of platelet-rich plasma therapy for soft tissue injuries? Is it safe for older adults?
Fifteen years ago, I had surgery for a torn meniscus and was told I had arthritis. I’m now 79, and my knee hurts most days, though I still exercise daily on a stationary bike. I hate to take pills. Should I consider a knee replacement?
Breast cancer survivors who followed a strength training workout program had fewer problems with lymphedema, a common side effect of breast cancer treatment.
Hot flashes were believed to be responsible for disruptions in sleep in menopausal women, but a study found that half the participants had a primary sleep disorder, such as sleep apnea or periodic limb movements.