Category: Aging & Independence

Care for the Caregivers: Managing the Stress of Caring for Someone with Cognitive Decline

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Whether it’s for a parent, spouse, or someone else in your life experiencing cognitive decline,…

Shingles Shot Rounds Out a Comprehensive Health-Care Routine

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For most women, managing their health means getting a yearly checkup, keeping up with recommended…

Routine Dental Visits Help Prevent Systemic Diseases

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Maintaining good oral hygiene is not just about preserving a bright smile— it’s vital for…

Frontline: Shingles; Liver Cancer; Hormone Replacement Therapy

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Shingles Is Associated with Higher Risk of Cognitive Decline in Women Having a bout of…

Don’t Mistake Multiple Sclerosis Symptoms for Normal Signs of Aging

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Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic condition affecting the central nervous system, which includes the…

Be Aware of Pneumonia Symptoms and Vaccination’s Role in Prevention

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Sometimes what seems like a bad cold is actually much more than that. For instance,…

Embrace a Healthy Lifestyle and Your Mind May Benefit

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Chronic inflammation is associated with brain-related health issues, including Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, and cognitive decline….

Minimizing Dementia Caregiver Burnout

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In the 1960s, the Peace Corps created a public service campaign with the slogan: “It’s…

Frontline: Breast cancer recurrence; benefits from a daily walk; gender discrimination

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Adding a Drug to Hormone Therapy Reduced the Risk of Breast Cancer Recurrence A new…

Recognize the Difference Between Normal Brain Aging and Cognitive Decline

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Struggling to find the right word now and again is a normal part of aging;…

Ask Dr. Etingin: Adult-Onset Asthma; Hair Thinning and Loss

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I had an episode of shortness of breath, coughing, and wheezing during an exercise class….

Ask Dr. Etingin: Falling; Blood Tests

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I’ve fallen a few times over the past several months. Is this a normal part…

Frontline: Phototherapy for Alzheimer’s Treatment; Timing of Exercise and Weight Loss; Knee Replacement Surgery

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Phototherapy Demonstrates Promise for Alzheimer’s Treatment A new study has demonstrated promising results using photobiomodulation…

In Pursuit of Younger Looking Skin? Protect It from the Sun

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Getting older is a privilege for which most of us are grateful. Looking older is…

New Briefs September 2023

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The Best Exercise for Longevity National Institutes of Health guidelines recommend that adults get at…

New Findings on Cognitive Health

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There is a growing understanding of the role lifestyle choices play in preventing and slowing…

Memory Malfunctions: Signs of Dementia or Normal Aging?

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An estimated 6.7 million Americans who are ages 65 and older currently have Alzheimer’s dementia,…

Under the Influence of Ageism

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Remember that old saying, “Sticks and stones will break my bones, but names will never…

Are You Losing Muscle?

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We all lose muscle as we age. Roger A. Fielding, PhD, a professor of biochemical…

Three Cheers for Chestnuts!

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The Folklore. Chestnuts are here, and just in time for the holidays! Whether roasting over…

Research Uncovers Clues About the Origins and Promotion of Well-Being and Longevity

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Ramsay Hunt Syndrome

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According to the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Ramsay Hunt syndrome (RHS) is…

Urinary Tract Infections in the Elderly Are Different

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UTIs in the elderly are more common than in younger adults. UTIs in elderly women…

Gastric Sleeve or Gastric Bypass: Types of Bariatric Surgery

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According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), there are three types of bariatric surgeries…

Annual Physical Exam Checklist

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It can be called an annual physical exam, a general physical exam, or a wellness…

Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease: Is My Liver Damage Reversible?

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Fatty liver disease is just what it sounds like, the buildup of fat inside your…

Thyroid Diseases Can Produce a Wide Variety of Symptoms

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Thyroid disorders aren’t a top health concern for most women, but they are very common:…

Maintain Your Motivation to Exercise

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It’s an exciting new year, and you boldly declare that you are totally determined to…

Best Anti-Aging Skin Care: Retinol

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Retinoids were approved for the treatment of acne back in 1971 by prescription only. This…

Anti-Aging Dietary Supplements: Fact vs. Marketing Fiction

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Our quest for the fountain of youth is a big business. It has been estimated…

Is Therapy Appropriate As Cognition Declines?

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Cognitive decline is often accompanied by mood disorders, such as anxiety and depression, as well…

Manage the Emotional Challenges 
Associated with Memory Loss

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A diagnosis of dementia immediately triggers thoughts about memory loss, trouble concentrating, poor judgment, and…

A Patient’s Guide to CBD and Drug Interactions

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Cannabidiol (CBD) is a well-known component of hemp with diverse health benefits such as reducing…

News Briefs: October 2021

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Walking through Pain to Relieve PAD Symptoms About 8.5 million people in the United States…

Inflammaging: Connecting Aging and Chronic Diseases

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Geroscience is a growing discipline that seeks to understand the relationship between aging and age-related…

Aspiration Pneumonia: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

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When you inhale fluid or food into your lungs, it is called aspiration. The fluid…