Everyday Habits That Support Heart Health
Since 1964, the American Heart Association (AHA) has promoted American Heart Month every February, with the aim of raising awareness about heart disease in the general community. Heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women in the U.S. The focus is on education about heart health, and the promotion of […]
Alzheimer’s Prevalence: What New Research Is Showing
Alzheimer’s disease is a physical brain disorder that gradually destroys memory, thinking skills, and the ability to perform simple daily tasks. It is the most common cause of dementia, a general term for memory loss and cognitive decline severe enough to interfere with everyday life. Alzheimer’s disease prevalence has become a growing topic of discussion […]
Understanding Health Anxiety
When you or someone close to you becomes unwell, it’s quite natural to feel a certain level of anxiety, but if uncontrolled, it can go too far, to the point where the anxiety and tension that is generated can itself become a cause of health issues. The term for this is “health anxiety”, and surveys […]
Health Trends to Look out for in 2026
Health trends are easiest to spot when the focus stays close to the present rather than far-off predictions. Looking ahead to 2026, several forces are already shaping how care is delivered, how medications are developed, and how people managing long-term and chronic conditions can find relief from the growing impact of excessive medication costs. These […]
What’s Wrong With U.S. Drug Costs (and How to Fix It)
U.S. drug prices have reached a point where the cost alone can decide whether a person gets the treatment they need. It’s gotten so bad that nearly a third of all prescriptions written in the US go unfilled. Not because people don’t want the medication, but because they simply can’t afford it. This hits hardest […]
Exercise Is Important for Teens With Type 2 Diabetes
Depression in diabetic teenagers is a real pressure point for many families and clinics. Teens who live with type 2 diabetes carry the daily load of blood sugar checks, food decisions, and health worries. When low mood, sadness, or loss of interest are added on top, life can feel very heavy. New work in physical […]
What’s Included in the Genitourinary System?
A little knowledge goes a long way in helping a person feel more at ease with their own body. When the genitourinary system is understood as a set of hardworking, everyday organs rather than a source of discomfort, it becomes much easier to appreciate its role. This kind of comfort makes future conversations, whether with […]
Why Menopausal Hair Thinning Happens, and What Can Be Done
Some women are surprised to see thinning hair become more noticeable during and after menopause, but it’s much more common than many people think, and it isn’t just vanity.. While thinning hair is much more common in men as they age, it shouldn’t come as a surprise. It’s part of a bigger story about hormonal […]
Understanding acute mania
The word “mania” carries with it some highly negative connotations. It’s easy to draw from childhood memory an image of a “maniac” – someone truly frightening and possibly dangerous. But the way the word is used today in discussions of mental health should be understood differently. Until recently, people who were showing signs of acute […]
Myths about Low Dose Testosterone Therapy in Females
The buzz around testosterone therapy for women It’s grown to be a burning question. “Should doctors prescribe testosterone to perimenopausal and menopausal women?” This article examines the potential uses, benefits, and risks of low dose testosterone therapy for females. Many women lose interest in sex after menopause, and it can feel confusing or even worrying […]
