St. John’s Wort, touted as a remedy for depression, can cause serious side effects when it is taken with antidepressants and causes the same side effects as the antidepressant Prozac even when taken alone, according to new research from the University of Adelaide in Australia. In a study published in the journal Clinical and… Continue reading Study: St. John’s Wort Can Be As Harmful As Prozac
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5 Potentially Dangerous Medications in People 65 and Older
It’s no secret that our bodies change over time, but what you may not realize is that these changes can affect the way some drugs work in our bodies. In fact, by the time we hit 65, some drugs—whether prescription or over-the-counter (OTC) — may act differently in your body, but you might actually think… Continue reading 5 Potentially Dangerous Medications in People 65 and Older
Review Upends Belief on Radiation after Prostate Cancer Surgery
Important news for men receiving treatment for prostate cancer: Two new studies from the University of Virginia School of Medicine have upended the widely held view that it’s best to delay radiation treatment as long as possible after the removal of the prostate in order to prevent unwanted side effects. A release from the university… Continue reading Review Upends Belief on Radiation after Prostate Cancer Surgery
Wny Can’t I Fall Asleep?
According to the National Institute on Aging (NIA), older adults need about the same amount of sleep as young adults—7 to 9 hours each night. But there are a number of reasons why they may not get enough sleep. Here, from the experts at NIA, is close look at the problem, why it happens and… Continue reading Wny Can’t I Fall Asleep?
Medicines and Your Pet
Your 9-year-old German Shepherd is limping, and you think that arthritis may be setting in. A trip to the veterinarian proves that you’re right—it’s osteoarthritis, a degeneration of the cartilage and bone that affects joints. The veterinarian prescribes a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). NSAIDs are a class of drugs extensively used in both human and… Continue reading Medicines and Your Pet
Considering a Breast Lift to Look Younger? Read This First!
There are many factors that can alter the shape, size, and feel of your breasts, including breastfeeding, weight gain or loss, and worst of all, the natural aging process. As you get older, your breasts will naturally start to look less full and feel less firm, thanks in most part to hormone changes in your… Continue reading Considering a Breast Lift to Look Younger? Read This First!
Cancer Patients: Eating Well During The Holidays
You’re heading into the usual round of holiday feasts with a feeling of anxiety, maybe even dread, not because you’re afraid of putting on a few pounds, but because you’re undergoing treatment for cancer and have no interest in food. Or maybe you’re hosting the party this year, and you’ll have a friend or family… Continue reading Cancer Patients: Eating Well During The Holidays