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Cell Phone Blindness: Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Treatment
Medically reviewed by Jenna Stoddard, OD, FAAO — Written by Daniel Yetman What Is Cell Phone Blindness? Causes Symptoms Complications Effect duration Getting medical help Diagnosis Treatment...
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Daily Multivitamins May Not Promote Longevity, Study Finds
Written by Kelsey Costa, MS, RDN — Fact checked by Jennifer Chesak, MSJ New research analyzing data from over two decades and nearly 400,000 participants in the United States suggests that long-term...
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Daily Aspirin Use Among Older Adults Remains Prevalent Despite Potential Risks
Written by Jessica Freeborn — Fact checked by Kevin Cyr, MD Aspirin is a well-known medication available in many forms, both over-the-counter and prescription. People often use nonprescription...
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Lack of Affordability Tops Older Americans’ List of Health Care Worries
By Judith Graham What weighs most heavily on older adults’ minds when it comes to health care? The cost of services and therapies, and their ability to pay. “It’s on our minds a whole lot because of...
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Ozempic and Wegovy Linked to Rare Blindness Risk, Study Finds
By Ed Cara New research released on Wednesday suggests that Ozempic and similar medications may have unexpected side effects. Doctors in Massachusetts have found a link between the drug’s active...
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Mayo Clinic Minute: Can Energy Drinks Cause Heart Issues? (Video)
In recent years, there’s been a big boost in the beverage industry when it comes to the sale of energy drinks. Classified as dietary supplements, most of these drinks contain stimulating ingredients,...
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5 Benefits of Wearing Compression Socks
Compression socks—also known as graduated compression socks or compression stockings—apply gentle pressure to the lower legs. You can wear them to boost circulation, decrease swelling in your calves...
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Sports Safety Spotlight: Mayo Clinic Touts Advancements In Hip, Knee...
MANKATO, Minn. ― The summer weather inspires people of all ages to head outside and play sports. For seniors, pickleball has become a popular option, partly because the court is small enough that...
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Wrist Weights Are Trendy Again—But Can They Really Tone Your Arms?
By Amber Sayer FAST FACTS * Wrist weights have become popular again on social media. * TikTok users say wearing the weighted wrist cuffs while walking or doing household chores can help tone your...
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Mayo Clinic Minute: Dangers of heat-related illnesses
By Deb Balzer Scorching temperatures continue to blanket much of the U.S. in an ongoing summer heat wave. Prolonged exposure to both heat and humidity can lead to heat-related illnesses — from heat...
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Tirzepatide May Be More Effective For Weight Loss Than Semaglutide, Study Finds
Written by Jessica Freeborn — Fact checked by Jill Seladi-Schulman, Ph.D. Maintaining a healthy weight can be challenging, but it is essential to a healthy lifestyle. Certain medications can be...
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Health Considerations Florida Residents Have to Be Aware Of
Florida, known for its sunny weather and vibrant communities, also presents unique health challenges for its residents. From infectious diseases to environmental factors, staying informed about these...
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Beyond Weight Management: 5 Other Potential Benefits of Semaglutide
By Kristen Fischer – Fact checked by Nick Blackmer Fast Facts * Ozempic and Wegovy have been approved by the FDA to manage weight and control type 2 diabetes, but research has shown that it may have...
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Researchers Figure Out How They Could Predict Individual Stages Of Alzheimer’s
Written by Katharine Lang — Fact checked by Jill Seladi-Schulman, Ph.D. A diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease is becoming increasingly common. The Alzheimer’s Association reports that one in three...
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New Question-Based Test May Help Spot Early Signs Of Dementia
Written by Corrie Pelc — Fact checked by Jill Seladi-Schulman, Ph.D. Researchers estimate that more than 55 million people around the world live with dementia. Dementia is an umbrella term for...
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Health Benefits of Coconut Water
By Anthea Levi, RD Coconut water is the fluid that’s naturally found in young coconuts (Cocos nucifera). As coconuts grow, some of this water becomes coconut meat, which is the flesh found within the...
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Study: Common Sweetener Linked to Increased Risk of Heart Attack, Stroke
By Maggie O’Neill – Fact checked by Nick Blackmer Fast Facts * A new study found that xylitol, a sweetener found in many low-sugar foods, is linked to an increased risk of heart attack and stroke. *...
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‘Night Owls’ Appear To Have Better Brain Function, New Study Finds
Written by Corrie Pelc — Fact checked by Jill Seladi-Schulman, Ph.D. A person’s chronotype defines what time of the day a person is most active based on their sleeping patterns. For example, are you...
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Dried Fruit Consumption Linked To Lower Type 2 Diabetes Risk, Study...
Written by Robby Berman — Fact checked by Kelsey Costa, MS, RDN Consuming more dried fruits is associated with a lower risk of type 2 diabetes in a newly published study. The study hopes to...
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New Drug Helps Fight Typical Signs Of Aging, Extends Lifespan By 25% In Mice
Written by Paul Ian Cross, PhD — Fact checked by Jill Seladi-Schulman, Ph.D. The scientific community has long been interested in understanding and extending human life. In a new piece of research,...
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