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These results from PHS II hint at some benefit, but recommending supplements would be premature. Oxidative stress has been implicated in the development of cognitive decline and dementia. Several studies have assessed whether antioxidant vitamins can lower the risk...

This report suggests that a simple blood test may be quite accurate in identifying presymptomatic AD. However, larger studies performed by teams independent of the company that developed the test are needed to confirm the accuracy and utility of the test. Anthony L....

-From the Director -Nafie Saba-Shapazian, RN While its nice to have pearly whites, the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry says you can overdo it with home whitening products. They recommend discontinuing or reducing applications if these symptoms appear: Excessive...

Makes you smarter and thinner and protects against cancer? Caffeine, one of the world's most used substances, improves wakefulness, mood, and attention and may increase apoptosis (which might protect against carcinogenesis). A population-based study and an animal...

The SHINE Program provides free and unbiased health insurance information, counseling and assistance to Medicare beneficiaries of all ages and their caregivers. The SHINE counselors help older persons and younger disabled Medicare beneficiaries understand their...

STROKE: Remember The 1st Three Letters of the word STRoke: .... S.T.R. (Smile, Talk, Raise arms) STROKE IDENTIFICATION: During a BBQ, a friend stumbled and took a little fall - she assured everyone that she was fine (they offered to call paramedics) .....she said she...