By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter>THURSDAY, July 20, 2023 -- Most older adults think that screening for dementia is a good idea, according to a new poll on aging. But few actually take that step. Only…
Women With Severe Stroke Less Likely Than Men…
By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter>WEDNESDAY, July 19, 2023 -- Despite worse symptoms and living about the same distance from comprehensive stroke centers, women with a severe type of stroke are less likely to be sent…
AHA News: Hmong Americans May Have Strokes at…
By American Heart Association News>WEDNESDAY, July 19, 2023 (American Heart Association News) -- Hmong American adults who have a stroke tend to be much younger than their white counterparts and may be more likely to…
AHA News: Woman Survives Stroke in 2 Parts…
By American Heart Association News>WEDNESDAY, July 19, 2023 (American Heart Association News) -- After a night of partying, 29-year-old Bethany Moeddel felt nauseous and had a headache. A hangover, she figured. She couldn't sleep it…
Could Your Genes Guard You From the Symptoms…
By Alan Mozes HealthDay Reporter>WEDNESDAY, July 19, 2023 -- In the world of COVID-19 infections, the majority of patients develop symptoms, while about one-fifth mysteriously don’t develop a cough, sore throat or other tell-tale signs…
Constipation May Be a Marker for Dementia Risk
By Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter>WEDNESDAY, July 19, 2023 -- Chronic constipation may not only be an indicator of gut health, but a potential warning sign of thinking declines, a preliminary study suggests. Researchers found that…
Steer Clear of UTIs This Summer
By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter>WEDNESDAY, July 19, 2023 -- Dehydration brings lots of risks — including urinary tract infections (UTIs). An expert offers some tips for avoiding these painful infections without sacrificing summer fun. “Patients…
Does Your Child Have Asthma? Heres How to…
By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter>WEDNESDAY, July 19, 2023 -- Whether your child attends a year-round school or one on a traditional calendar, parents can take steps to make classroom reentry healthier for kids with asthma.…
Heres How to Make Summer Sports Camp a…
By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter>WEDNESDAY, July 19, 2023 -- If your child is in sports camp this summer, you’ll want them to have fun and stay safe. The National Athletic Trainers’ Association (NATA) offers some…
Bipolar Disorder Ups Early Death Risk by Sixfold
By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter>WEDNESDAY, July 19, 2023 -- People who have bipolar disorder may have a higher risk of dying early, according to new research. Finnish investigators say this is due to a combination…