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Easy ways to improve your balance
The body systems responsible for balance can be affected by gradual changes due to aging or side effects of medications.… More »
When your bladder keeps you up at night
Having your sleep interrupted by the need to urinate (the medical term is nocturia) is a common cause of sleep… More »
Shunning osteoporosis treatment isn’t a wise decision for most women
Women have a 30% lifetime risk of an osteoporotic fracture, but some are forgoing effective bisphosphonate therapies because they fear… More »
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Alzheimer's in the family
A diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease raises concerns for multiple people in a family. For the person’s children and siblings, the… More »
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Erectile dysfunction drugs not linked to melanoma
Although a recent study suggested an association between erectile dysfunction drugs, such as sildenafil (Viagra), and melanoma, the most dangerous form of skin cancer, the researchers concluded the elevated risk is likely due to other factors, like sunlight exposure. More »
How you deal with pain goes a long way toward relieving it
In general, men tend to be less verbal about seeking help with their pain. They accept it and tough it out, because they feel embarrassed or guilty about admitting they have pain. However, when men keep pain and discomfort bottled… (Locked) More »
Daily aspirin users 75 or older: Consider taking a stomach-protecting drug
People ages 75 and older who take daily aspirin to prevent a recurrent heart attack or stroke may face a higher-than-anticipated risk of gastrointestinal bleeding. Taking a proton-pump inhibitor such as omeprazole may lower the risk. More »
An aspirin a day for your health?
Low-dose aspirin use has been shown to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease and colorectal cancer. But it’s not right for all women and can lead to serious complications, including gastrointestinal bleeding. A thorough risk analysis should be conducted by… (Locked) More »
