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Health conditions
What’s the secret to a very long life?
Today 110 million Americans are over 50 years old. And, half of people born today are expected to...
Fall is in the air: Get your flu shot early!
It’s important to get the flu shot every year, no matter how old you are. It’s...
John Oliver: Racism and sexism in medicine
Most Americans respect doctors. Still, racism and sexism in medicine is not uncommon. John Oliver...
Seven lifestyle changes for managing rheumatoid arthritis
Jeannette Moninger writes for Medshadow.org on seven lifestyle changes for managing rheumatoid...
Ten tips for checking your blood pressure at home
Doctors are increasingly recommending that patients check their blood pressure at home to diagnose...
Seven things to do before you or someone you love leaves the...
It’s hard enough to be in the hospital. Most of us can think only of getting out as quickly as...
How do you choose a hospital?
All hospitals are not created equal. In fact, there are some with records suggesting you may leave...
Exercise may strengthen memory in healthy older adults
A new study reveals that, for healthy older adults, even a little exercise may strengthen memory...
Urinary tract infections and delirium in older adults
Older people, especially women, and especially those living in long-term care facilities, are at...