Ask the doctor: Do I really need a statin, and which kind should I take?
Seemingly healthy older adults may benefit from taking generic statins.
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Boost the health of your holiday buffet
Substituting foods that are lower in fat, salt, and sugar will keep holiday meals healthier.
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The evolution of artery-opening stents
The tiny wire-mesh tubes called stents that prop open arteries cleared during an angioplasty have improved a great deal in the past 30 years.
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Is that daytime sleepiness obstructive sleep apnea?
Doctors are urged to recommend overnight sleep tests for anyone with unexplained daytime sleepiness.
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High blood pressure after 60
People over 60 should aim for a blood pressure of 150/90 or lower, with as few drugs as possible to avoid side effects and drug interactions.
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Do memory lapses signal pending dementia?
It appears that there is a delay of about a decade from the time memory complaints begin until there is a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease.
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Improving heart health is also good for your brain
Everything that is unhealthy for your blood vessels and heart has also been linked to memory and thinking problems. Your brain will appreciate the heart-healthy steps you take to better your diet, exercise more, and reduce stress.
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2014: The year in health
2014 was filled with important health discoveries and developments. Examples include the spread of the Ebola virus, findings about added sugar, findings about inactivity, and more.
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Top 10 cardiovascular advances of 2014
In 2014, the top 10 advances to treat and prevent heart disease and stroke include novel drugs and procedures, as well as improvements in and newfound benefits from existing treatments to address cardiovascular problems and related risks.
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Are screening mammograms worth it after age 70?
A Dutch study indicates that screening mammograms lead to overdiagnosis and overtreatment in women over 70. Women should discuss screening with their doctors.
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