Getting regular exercise such as cycling, walking, gardening, cleaning and participating in sports may decrease the risk of developing Parkinson’s disease, according to new research published in the May 17, 2023, online issue of Neurology®, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology. The study found female participants who exercised the most had a… Continue reading Parkinson’s: The Exercise Factor
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Don’t Overlook This Screening Test
Having a colon polyp is both bad and good news, according to Pratima Dibba, MD, a gastroenterologist at Medical Offices of Manhattan. The bad news? It means a small clump of cells has grown on the lining of colon that shouldn’t be there. The good news? Discovering the growth during a colonoscopy means doctors can… Continue reading Don’t Overlook This Screening Test
Rashes: When to Go to The Doctor
To the untrained eye, all rashes may look alike and seem easily treatable with over-the-counter oral antihistamines or hydrocortisone cream. However, it is not always so simple, say dermatologists. Rashes can appear as blotches, welts, or blisters; they can be red, itchy, scaly, or dry; and they can occur in one area of skin or… Continue reading Rashes: When to Go to The Doctor
Have A Heart-Healthy Holiday
The joy of the winter holiday season is often marred for many, as research shows that more people die from heart attacks during the last week of December than at any other time of the year. The American Heart Association (AHA), the world’s leading voluntary organization focused on heart and brain health, says being aware… Continue reading Have A Heart-Healthy Holiday
What is Lewy Body Dementia?
Frontotemporal dementia (FTD), sometimes called frontotemporal disorders, is a rare form of dementia that tends to occur at a younger age than other dementias. About 60% of people with FTD are 45 to 64 years old. According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), it is caused by a group of disorders that gradually damage… Continue reading What is Lewy Body Dementia?
Monkeypox: Your questions answered
As of July 25, there have been 162 confirmed cases of monkeypox in Los Angeles County and at least 3,400 cases in the United States, prompting fears of another coronavirus-style outbreak. The number of cases continues to grow. Monkeypox, however, is an entirely different virus. It is not a respiratory illness like COVID-19, notes Omai… Continue reading Monkeypox: Your questions answered
The Differing Symptoms of Heart Disease
A review of the latest research highlights the most reported symptoms of various cardiovascular diseases (CVDs), noting that men and women often experience different symptoms, according to a new American Heary (AHA) scientific statement published today in the Association’s flagship peer-reviewed journal, Circulation. The statement also highlights how symptoms are experienced over time, which may… Continue reading The Differing Symptoms of Heart Disease
What You Need to Know about Monkeypox
The experts at UCLA Health answer your most basic and urgent queries about the virus that’s been making daily headlines. What is monkeypox? Monkeypox is a zoonotic disease originally transmitted from animals to humans. The virus is endemic in West and Central African countries and cases are often found near tropical rainforests where animals may… Continue reading What You Need to Know about Monkeypox
Is Depression Linked to Stroke Before It Occurs?
While depression is a common problem for people who have had a stroke, some people may have symptoms of depression years before their stroke, according to a study published in the July 13, 2022, online issue of Neurology®, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology. Researchers found that, in people who developed a… Continue reading Is Depression Linked to Stroke Before It Occurs?
Toward a Better Understanding of Long COVID
A research team supported by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) has identified characteristics of people with long COVID and those likely to have it. Scientists analyzed an unprecedented collection of electronic health records (EHRs) available for COVID-19 research to better identify who has long COVID. Exploring “de-identified” EHR data in the National COVID Cohort… Continue reading Toward a Better Understanding of Long COVID
Understanding Parkinson’s
Being diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease is life changing. This brain disorder causes slow and rigid body movements. People can experience tremors, stiffness, or shaking. Eventually, they may have difficulty walking and talking. Parkinson’s is a degenerative disease. That means it gets worse over time. It develops when a certain type of nerve cell stops working… Continue reading Understanding Parkinson’s
Understanding Rosacea
Rosacea is a common, chronic disorder of the facial skin that’s often characterized by flare-ups and remissions. Although the potentially serious disorder affects an estimated 16 million Americans, experts say many don’t know it. Here, from the National Rosacea Society (NRS), is what you need to know about the condition: Rosacea typically begins at any… Continue reading Understanding Rosacea
How Alzheimer’s Is Diagnosed
Doctors use several methods and tools to help determine if a person with thinking or memory problems has Alzheimer’s disease. According to the National Institute on Aging, part of the National Institutes of Health, as part diagnose Alzheimer’s, doctors may Ask the person experiencing symptoms, as well as a family member or friend, questions about… Continue reading How Alzheimer’s Is Diagnosed
Heart Condition Symptoms and COVID-19
Researchers have released findings from a small study detailing the treatment of myocarditis-like symptoms in seven people after receiving a COVID-19 vaccine in the U.S. The cases from that research, published today in the American Heart Association’s flagship journal Circulation, are among those reported to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s Vaccine Adverse Event… Continue reading Heart Condition Symptoms and COVID-19
The Yucky Stuff that Keeps You Healthy
Mucus has several names. Snot, the sticky goo that pours from your nose during a cold. Or phlegm, the gunk that can clog your lungs and make you cough. You probably aren’t a fan of the stuff. But mucus is so much more than a runny nose. Your body is making mucus all the time.… Continue reading The Yucky Stuff that Keeps You Healthy
Skin Cancer and Nails
When checking the body for signs of skin cancer, many people may think to check only their skin. However, board-certified dermatologists from the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) say it’s important to check the nails, too. Although rare, skin cancer, including melanoma — the deadliest form of skin cancer — can develop under and around… Continue reading Skin Cancer and Nails
The Truth About Teeth Grinding
Teeth grinding, or bruxism, can cause surprisingly serious damage. There are two kinds of bruxism in which people grind, crunch or clench their teeth. In awake bruxism, people often don’t do it deliberately and may not even be aware that they are doing it – for example, if they are concentrating on something. With the… Continue reading The Truth About Teeth Grinding
When You Can Be around Others if You Had or Think It Likely You Had COVID 19
The federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) answers your questions: Q: I think or know I had COVID-19, and I had symptoms A: You can be with others after3 days with no fever and your symptoms improved, and 10 days since symptoms first appeared Depending on your healthcare provider’s advice and availability of… Continue reading When You Can Be around Others if You Had or Think It Likely You Had COVID 19