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Is occasional forgetfulness a normal part of aging?

Name slips and misplaced keys can feel unsettling in your 70s. Learn which memory changes are typical and when they might signal something more.

Could an unexplained blackout have been a seizure?

A blackout can be frightening and confusing. Learn what clues doctors look for and which tests help uncover the cause.

Measles is making a comeback: Can we stop it?

In the US, widespread vaccination halted the ongoing spread of measles more than 20 years ago, but recent outbreaks have flared in over 20 US states, leading to hospitalizations and at least two deaths. Measles is highly preventable - here's what you need to know.

How good is your cardiometabolic health - and what is that, anyway?

An analysis shows less than 7% of adults in the US meet the criteria for optimal cardiometabolic health. Taking small steps to help control and improve key risk factors can reduce the odds of a heart attack or stroke.

What does heartburn feel like?

Heartburn often starts after a meal. It can create a burning sensation high in the abdomen, just below the bottom of the breastbone, or underneath the middle of the breastbone in the chest. It can also include other symptoms.

Learning to live well with a persistent illness

Having a persistent illness is challenging. It means having to make changes and adjustments to accommodate your needs, but it does not have to mean giving up on everything you enjoy.

Don't buy into brain health supplements

Brain health supplements purport to enhance memory and improve attention and focus. But no robust scientific evidence backs up those claims. The FDA doesn't oversee supplement testing, so manufacturers do not need to prove products are effective.

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