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Men's Health June 22, 2016

Does heart disease mean a less active sex life?

Middle-aged adults with recently diagnosed heart disease may be less sexually active than their healthier peers, a recent U.K. study suggests.

Longevity June 21, 2016

How science may help humans live longer and with less disease

Researchers are now discovering ways to slow down disease and extend the human health span. Dr. Manny sits down with renowned scientist Dr. Nir Barzilai to talk about the promising anti-aging research

NERVOUS SYSTEM HEALTH June 20, 2016

Experts list proven benefits of exercise for postmenopausal women

- Following an exercise program during and after menopause can both reduce menopausal symptoms and preserve heart, muscle, bone and brain health, according to a panel of experts in Spain.

MEDICAL RESEARCH June 17, 2016

Doctors blame many factors for futile care, themselves included

Doctors who were asked about causes of inappropriate care at the end of life didn't have to look far to place blame.

NERVOUS SYSTEM HEALTH June 17, 2016

With dementia, cognitive tests may not predict safe driving

There is no test that can predict if a person with dementia is safe to drive, a new report suggests.

Nutrition June 15, 2016

Fiber in fruits and breads tied to healthy aging

Eating lots of fiber-rich fruits and breads may be one way to live longer without developing chronic diseases, an Australian study suggests.

NERVOUS SYSTEM HEALTH June 14, 2016

One in five nursing home residents abused by other residents

At least one in five nursing home residents may endure verbal or physical abuse from their roommates or other residents, a U.S. study suggests.

MEDICAL RESEARCH June 13, 2016

Paramedics face hard choices at nursing homes

Too often, when an ambulance is called to a nursing home, the resident's wishes regarding end-of-life care aren't clear and the staff have differing opinions, leaving paramedics to navigate through the confusion, a new paper suggests.

NERVOUS SYSTEM HEALTH June 13, 2016

Drugs may not deserve reputations for sleep disruption

Drug labels sometimes warn that the medications may disrupt sleep, but a new study suggests these drugs don't cause troubled sleep for most people.

MEDICAL RESEARCH June 10, 2016

Activity trackers may underestimate steps when walking is impaired

Some wearable activity trackers can keep a fairly accurate count of steps for older people with ambulatory issues who use canes or walkers, but a few underestimate steps by a large margin, a recent study suggests.

NERVOUS SYSTEM HEALTH June 6, 2016

Older adults with probable dementia often take part in unsafe activities

Older adults with signs of probable dementia but no formal diagnosis are much more likely to drive, cook and manage their medications and finances than those with a formal diagnosis, which may be unsafe, according to a new study.