Breast cancer survivors who followed a strength training workout program had fewer problems with lymphedema, a common side effect of breast cancer treatment.
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?
What’s your professional opinion of platelet-rich plasma therapy for soft tissue injuries? Is it safe for older adults?
A small but growing number of people develop an infection after having a pacemaker or ICD implanted. Research has found that taking antibiotics before the procedure reduces the risk of infection.
After several years on the market, erectile dysfunction drugs are being considered for treatment of other conditions, and the FDA has approved sildenafil for treatment of pulmonary hpyertension.
Fat that accumulates inside the abdomen has come to be viewed by doctors as a key cause of cardiovascular disease. Diet and exercise are the fundamental principles that can reduce this fat and improve overall health.
The diabetes drug Avandia may increase the risk of heart attack in those taking it. Other medications are as effective at lowering blood sugar without Avandia’s risks.
Starting treatment quickly provides the best chance of surviving a heart attack. If you think you are having a heart attack, you should call 911 rather than have someone take you to the hospital, because paramedics can start treatment on the way there.
My husband is taking arginine and citrulline supplements because he read that they will protect his heart and arteries. Should I try these supplements, too, or is this a waste of money?
Tests such as CT scans have become crucial tools in the diagnosis and treatment of many diseases and conditions, but the radiation exposure from these tests may lead to an increased risk of developing cancer.