Many privileges come with age, including being able to drive, to vote, to legally consume alcohol, and to become eligible for senior discounts on groceries, hotel rooms, and dinner at favorite restaurants. With age also comes responsibility, and for some people, aging also means an increased chance of developing some form of arthritis. The Centers […]
For many individuals, anything that disrupts normal daily activities and expectations can be reason enough to be stressed. According to the studies conducted by Dr. Suzanne Thomas, associate professor at the Center for Drugs and Alcohol Programs, stress is a major contributor to the relapse of an individual who is dependent on alcohol. People who […]
The role of diet in maintaining good health and preventing illness has become mainstream in the past few decades. But the efforts have not gone far enough for driving health. Individuals can do a lot more through diet, exercise and stress management to prevent chronic diseases such as coronary artery disease, diabetes. Such efforts can […]
Most people are familiar with the oral exams that they receive when they go to the dentist. But, aside from looking for cavities and other common issues, dentists and oral hygienists are also screening for oral cancer, often caused by the human papillomavirus, otherwise known as HPV. In the United States alone, 79 million people […]
Alzheimer’s is a progressive disease that leads to problems such as memory loss and more general mental disabilities. The condition is one of the most widespread causes of dementia, responsible for 60 to 70% of dementia cases. It is also the 7th leading cause of death in the U.S. with similar statistics in other countries. […]
Aside from the immediate effects of fluctuating blood sugar levels, diabetes can lead to other health complications. Dry and flaky skin is one very common problem faced by diabetics. This is especially true during the winter. Accompanying the dry skin are brittle toenails as well as skin that peels around the toenails. While superficially, these […]
As much as we might try to get some extra time in our day by staying up a little later, most of us have realized that cutting corners just does not work over time. Eventually, we need to catch up on sleep. However, sleep does not always mean rest and even those who do their […]
