Aging Substantially Ups Risk for Needing Help With Money, Meds
By 85, numbers in need of assistance significantly rise, researchers say
Combo of Exercise, Vitamin D May Boost Effects on Heart Health
Physical activity linearly associated with higher 25(OH)D levels in whites
Low-Dose Aspirin Linked to Reduced Risk of Breast Cancer
Protective link particularly significant for hormone receptor-positive/HER2-negative cancer
Too Few Americans Know the Warning Signs of Stroke
Many who experience symptoms consistent with a TIA fail to report it
Optimal Cardiovascular Health in Middle Age Adds Years to Life
Researchers find it linked to longer, disease-free life
April 2017 Briefing – Geriatrics
Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in Geriatrics for April 2017. This roundup includes the latest...
Screen Size, Shape Affect User Perception of Smartwatches
Large screens are more effective for promoting hedonic and pragmatic qualities of smartwatches
Decreased Cortical Thickness Seen in Type 2 Diabetes
Excess weight appears to amplify the threat, researchers say
‘Choosing Wisely’ Linked to Small Drop in Back Pain Imaging
At 2.5 years after start of the campaign, there was a 4 percent relative reduction in low-value imaging
Mechanical Thrombectomy Safe in Older Ischemic Stroke Patients
No difference for those age ≥80 versus <80 in terms of successful reperfusion, good clinical outcome
