Hands don’t work like they used to? Help is on the way
There are effective treatments for carpal tunnel syndrome, trigger finger, arthritis, Raynaud’s phenomenon, and wrist fractures.
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Exercise is still the best medicine
Better medicines and safer procedures have contributed to the increase in longevity, but exercise may be the key ingredient in the mixture that allows some people to not only survive but also thrive in later life.
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What do irregular heartbeats mean?
Some irregular heartbeats are benign: others can be serious, requiring medical attention. They can be treated with drugs, electric shock, devices, or surgery.
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Higher-dose flu vaccine is more protective in people over 65
A study found that high-dose flu vaccine is 24% more effective than the regular dose in older people.
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A holiday advisory for your emotions
Holidays tend to intensify feelings across the emotional spectrum. If you dread them, you can develop survival strategies. If you love them, enjoy and reap the health benefits.
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Exercising outdoors in cold weather
Dr. Anne Fabiny discusses how she prepares for exercising outdoors in cold weather.
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Ask the doctor: Different ways to do echocardiograms
Echocardiograms create still and moving images of your heart. The probe is typically used on the outside of the chest, but sometimes the probe is put on a flexible tube passed down the esophagus to get a clearer picture of the heart’s valves.
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Long-detection interval for ICDs helps avoid harmful shocks
Electronic devices called implantable cardioverter-defibrillators (ICDs) detect and terminate irregular beats in the heart’s lower chambers.
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Pregnancy complications may herald heart disease after menopause
A miscarriage, stillbirth, or problems during pregnancy like high blood pressure or diabetes may signal hidden cardiovascular vulnerabilities later in life.
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Easy ways to exercise at home
Exercising at home is much easier than people think. A simple routine can have a significant impact on a person’s quality of life and stop the decline in muscle mass that happens naturally with aging.
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