By Ann Schreiber HealthDay Reporter>WEDNESDAY, June 14, 2023 -- When a loved one is diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease, it can be a challenging and emotional journey for the individual and their family. Understanding the progression…
Disease That Permanently Bends Fingers Could Have Origins…
By Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter>WEDNESDAY, June 14, 2023 -- The so-called “Viking disease” causes the fingers of many aging northern European men to lock up in a bent position, and researchers now think they know…
Stress that Farm Families Face Affects Parents, Kids…
By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter>WEDNESDAY, June 14, 2023 -- While the challenges of farm work are well noted, the stressors affect not just the mental health of adults, but also their teenage children, according to…
Low-Fat Breakfasts Could Weaken Effect of a Key…
By Steven Reinberg HealthDay Reporter>WEDNESDAY, June 14, 2023 -- The lung cancer drug alectinib (Alecensa) is more potent when taken with a fuller breakfast, or lunch, than when taken with a low-fat breakfast, researchers report.…
Most Women With Early Breast Cancer Will Become…
By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter>WEDNESDAY, June 14, 2023 -- Most women diagnosed with early breast cancer will become long-term survivors, according to new research that finds a substantial reduction in the risk of death since…
The 10 Alzheimers Symptoms You Need to Know
By Ann Schreiber HealthDay Reporter>WEDNESDAY, June 14, 2023 -- Alzheimer's disease, the most common form of dementia, affects millions of lives worldwide, robbing patients of their memories and thinking abilities. According to the U.S. Centers…
How Do You Get Hepatitis C? Here’s What…
By Kirstie Ganobsik HealthDay Reporter>WEDNESDAY, June 14, 2023 -- Hepatitis C is a viral infection of the liver no one wants to catch, so knowing how that can happen can be critical. The American Liver…
Black Americans Risk for MS May Be Higher…
By Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter>WEDNESDAY, June 14, 2023 -- For years, multiple sclerosis was seen as a disease that largely affects white people. But a new study finds that it's much more common among Black…
Topical Gel for Erectile Dysfunction, Eroxon, Gets FDA…
By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter>TUESDAY, June 13, 2023 -- Men with erectile dysfunction will now have the option of using a topical gel to treat the condition. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved…
Temptation Alley: Checkout Counters Are Prime Spots for…
By Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter>TUESDAY, June 13, 2023 -- Every grocery shopper must pass through the “temptation alley” that is the checkout aisle, surrounded by candy bars, salty snacks and sugary sodas. Those who’d like…