Health

Our diets greatly affect our health and well-being, especially among seniors. Proper nutrition helps an aging body stay energized, muscular, and healthy. Older adults must make quality choices in the kitchen to avoid health issues. But what exactly does adequate senior nutrition look like?

The hip is one of the most important joints in the body. It plays a critical role in mobility and stability, enabling us to perform daily activities such as walking, jumping, or lifting. So it’s no surprise that hip pain can sideline us if we …

In the United States, 37.3 million Americans have diabetes, a condition that affects the blood sugar levels in the body.

Blood sugar, called glucose, is the main sugar found in your blood. It is also the primary source of energy in your body. When you …

In the United States, more than 6 million people have Alzheimer’s disease. Alzheimer’s disease is the most common type of degenerative dementia, which is a complex series of conditions caused by damaged brain cells. When brain cells are damaged enough that they cannot communicate …

Thanks to advancements in medicine and technology, Americans are living longer than ever. The number of Americans ages 65 and older is projected to nearly double by 2060. In 2018, the number of Americans ages 65 and older was 52 million. That number will rise to …

If you or a loved one have been diagnosed with lymphoma, you probably have a lot of questions and concerns. Getting any diagnosis can be overwhelming, especially if a doctor says you have cancer. It may feel like your entire life has been turned upside down …

The role of the kidneys is to filter toxins from the blood and create urine, releasing waste from your body. Kidney disease occurs when your kidneys can't function sufficiently, causing waste to build up in the blood and damage your organs. 

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In the United States, about 19.8 million people live with age-related macular degeneration (AMD). Although the majority of people have the dry, less severe form of AMD, some people develop the wet type, which can affect their vision. Wet age-related macular degeneration is a long-lasting …

Like many mental health conditions, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is often misunderstood. TV shows portray people with OCD as “quirky,” rigid, and inflexible. People who call themselves “neat freaks” may claim to have OCD. Cleanliness is one aspect of OCD, but it is much more complicated than …

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a progressive autoimmune disease resulting from damaged nerve sheaths in the brain and spine. While this disease is known for the muscle weakness that it causes over time, MS initially has the same symptoms as many other common illnesses, making it difficult …