Estrogen-only hormone therapy tied to lower dementia risk
Should you have a hysterectomy?
Stair climbing may significantly lower cardiovascular risks
Why do I sweat so much?
Walking pneumonia: The "mild" illness that can still pack a punch
Tai chi walking: What is it and does it work?
What causes knee pain: How doctors make a diagnosis
Sacroiliac joint pain: Causes, symptoms, and exercises that help
Where you carry excess weight matters in predicting heart disease risk
Study: At-home colorectal cancer screening may significantly cut colon cancer deaths
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How to increase appetite
Appetite tends to decline with age, but this can lead to unwanted weight loss and frailty. Tips to boost a weak appetite include eating smaller, more frequent meals; prioritizing protein; staying active; making meals social and pleasurable; and relaxing overly strict dietary rules.
How can technology help people manage their health between — and during — doctor visits?
Data from apps or wearable devices can help people spot patterns, track changes, and notice potential problems earlier—information that’s valuable both between and during clinician appointments.
Tips for adjusting to bifocals and other specialty lenses
Adjusting to bifocals, trifocals, or progressive lenses can be challenging. Unlike traditional glasses, these versions include two or more vision zones. Because people use different parts of the lens for different tasks, objects can seem slightly distorted when they move their eyes.
Core Exercises: Knee Tuck on Stability Ball
Harvard fitness expert Michele Stanten takes you through a simple exercise to tighten your abs, strengthen your back, and improve your balance.
Core Exercises: Pelvic Curl
Harvard fitness expert Michele Stanten takes you through a simple exercise to tighten your abs, strengthen your back, and improve your balance.
Core Exercises: Diagonal Opposite Arm and Leg Raise
Harvard fitness expert Michele Stanten takes you through a simple exercise to tighten your abs, strengthen your back, and improve your balance.
Estrogen-only hormone therapy tied to lower dementia risk
Should you have a hysterectomy?
Stair climbing may significantly lower cardiovascular risks
Why do I sweat so much?
Walking pneumonia: The "mild" illness that can still pack a punch
Tai chi walking: What is it and does it work?
What causes knee pain: How doctors make a diagnosis
Sacroiliac joint pain: Causes, symptoms, and exercises that help
Where you carry excess weight matters in predicting heart disease risk
Study: At-home colorectal cancer screening may significantly cut colon cancer deaths
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