Longevity - Page 113

October 24, 2015

Today's elderly may be mentally sharper than previous generations

Elderly people today might be more mentally nimble than their counterparts were a decade or two ago, according to a new European study.

October 24, 2015

High cholesterol may 'fuel' the growth and spread of breast cancer

Researchers at Duke University Medical Center found that a common byproduct of cholesterol may foster the growth and spread of breast cancer cells.

October 24, 2015

Female smokers have a higher colon cancer risk

Smoking increases the risk for developing colorectal cancer, and female smokers may have a greater risk than male smokers

October 24, 2015

Toxins in the environment may accelerate aging, study finds

Avoiding environmental toxins may be the key to preserving your youth, according to new research.

October 24, 2015

Breast cancer survival predicted by computer model

A new computer model may help researchers better predict how long breast cancer patients will live, a new study suggests.

October 24, 2015

FDA cautions against antibiotics for people with heart problems

An antibiotic commonly prescribed for bronchitis and sinus infections may increase the risk of death from heart problems, but only for people with certain risk factors, a new study suggests.

October 24, 2015

Communities rally around former NJ wrestling star battling kidney disease

A former New Jersey wrestling star is staring down his toughest opponent yet as he battles against a rare kidney disorder.

October 24, 2015

Georgia issues warning against leaving kids in hot cars

With the hottest days of summer just around the corner, a Georgia campaign to prevent children from being left in cars serves as a warning to parents and caretakers throughout the country.

October 24, 2015

To motivate patients to change, doctors stop scolding

Health care providers are helping patients kick bad habits and start new regimens by turning the tables on the traditional doctor-patient relationship

October 24, 2015

Breast cancer screening: New study suggests benefit of early mammograms

Whether women in their 40s benefit from getting mammograms to detect breast cancer is controversial, but a new study argues in favor of more frequent screening in this age group.