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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Gum disease and heart health: Probing the link
About two-thirds of people over 65 have periodontal disease, which is linked to a higher risk of heart disease. Shared risk factors such as smoking and an unhealthy diet may explain the association, but bacteria and inflammation could be a common thread. The bacteria responsible for periodontal disease can travel to blood vessels throughout the body and have been found in the fatty debris (atherosclerosis) that clogs arteries located far from the mouth-and in blood clots from people who have experienced heart attacks.
You don't say? Can your bladder burst from "holding it" too long?
While men sometimes hold off urinating until absolutely necessary, waiting too long won't cause serious damage to their bladder. Still, over time, the practice could possibly raise the risk for urinary tract infections and make urinating difficult.
What can I do about urinary dribbling?
Dripping urine after going to the bathroom is common as men age, but a simple "milking" technique can help prevent this.
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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