Stressing about heart health

Stress has many healthy qualities, but exposure to chronic stress over long periods can have a profound effect on heart health. However, people who learn to identify stress triggers, and change how they react to them, can lower their risk of cardiovascular disease, heart attack, and stroke.  More »

The lowdown on low-grade depression

Dysthymia, or low-grade depression, is the most common type of depression, yet it often goes undiagnosed and thus untreated. Knowing the warning signs and how the condition affects life and health can motivate people to seek appropriate treatment.  (Locked) More »

The pain of strains, sprains, and cramps

Strains, sprains, and cramps are the most common injuries of muscles, ligaments, and tendons. However, appropriate treatment and preventive measures can speed recovery and keep injuries from recurring.  (Locked) More »

The upshot of allergy treatment

Many people try to manage allergies with over-the-counter or prescription medication; however, allergy shots may better control symptoms as well as reduce dependency on allergy drugs. After a three-to-six month build-up phases, people received monthly shots for about three to five years on average.  (Locked) More »

Exercise by the numbers

The standard guideline for fitness is 150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise per week. There are many ways to reach those 150 weekly minutes, but focusing on this duration and intensity can enable people to gain optimal benefits from exercise.  (Locked) More »

Hearing aids may help improve brain function

More than nine million adults ages 65 and older have some level of hearing loss, but only 20% who need hearing aids wear them. A new study found that hearing aids can not only improve the ability to hear, but also restore lost brain function in terms of working memory, selective attention, and processing speed.  More »

Knee buckling raises the risk of falls

Knee buckling is common in people with knee pain and knee osteoarthritis and raises the risk of falls and injuries. Strengthening the quadriceps muscles and doing balance exercises may help improve knee stability and reduce buckling.  More »