Category: Women’s Health

Tai chi can improve leg strength, flexibility, range of motion, and reflexes-all of which can help you stay balanced and prevent a fall.

The irregular heart rhythm called atrial fibrillation is linked to faster mental decline, even in people who have not had a stroke.

Revised guidelines for the treatment of knee osteoarthritis recommend low-impact aerobic exercise and weight loss, as well as NSAIDs and acetaminophen for pain relief. Hyaluronic acid injections are no longer recommended.

Fecal incontinence-or leakage of stool-becomes more likely as we age. Try to avoid foods that can cause loose stools, such as spicy or fatty foods and diet foods or drinks. Eat smaller meals more often, and increase your fiber intake.

Better habits could cut cancer deaths.

Certain shoes can inflict damage on the feet, from bunions and corns to hammertoes. The healthiest shoe styles have a wide toe box and low heel to support and protect the feet and prevent falls.

Many older adults fail to get the vaccines they need to protect themselves against diseases such as the flu, pneumonia, and shingles.

New guidelines recommend low-dose CT screening for current and former smokers ages 55 to 74 who have smoked a total of 30 or more pack-years (one pack-year is equivalent to smoking 20 cigarettes a day for one year).

I am taking pravastatin for high cholesterol, but my numbers are still high. Should I try red yeast rice?

A combination of two osteoporosis drugs-denosumab (Prolia) and teriparatide (Forteo)-increases bone mineral density in women at risk for fractures better than either drug alone.