• More Berries, Red Wine in Diet Might Slow Parkinson's Progression
  
  Red wine may be a guilty pleasure, but new research shows it might also be a powerful weapon against the ravages of Parkinson's disease. Why? The antioxidants in red wine, and fruit such as berries for that matter, might slow progression of the movement disorder, a new study...
• Keeping Weight Stable as You Age Could Help Save Your Brain
  
  Older adults who maintain a steady weight as they age are less likely to experience rapid cognitive decline, regardless of how much they weigh to start, new research suggests. "There's something about maintaining weight and BMI that seems to reflect some health resilience,"...
• Alzheimer's Patient Groups Protest Medicare's Proposal to Limit Coverage of New Drugs
  
  Alzheimer's patient groups, disappointed by Medicare's plan to sharply limit coverage of new drugs for the brain-wasting disease, are planning publicity and lobbying campaigns to protest a proposal they say could delay their use for 10 years. "Congress has to know how bad...
• Newer Hormone Prostate Cancer Treatments May Raise Risk for Depression
  
  Advanced forms of hormone therapy are very effective at keeping prostate cancer in check, but they also can double a man's risk of falling into depression, researchers have found. Prostate cancer patients treated with the latest forms of hormone blockers were twice as likely...
• The Health Benefits of Decluttering
  
  The pandemic encouraged people to evaluate what is important in their lives, and what they no longer need. Staying home 24/7 meant facing the clutter that accumulated over the years that no longer serves a purpose. As a result, in this new year, more people are becoming...
• Medicare Will Cover Alzheimer's Drug Aduhelm With Conditions
  
  Medicare said Tuesday it will limit coverage of a $28,000-a-year Alzheimer's drug whose benefits have been widely questioned, a major development in the nation's tug-of-war over the fair value of new medicines that offer tantalizing possibilities but come with prohibitive...
• Olive Oil Linked to Longer Life: Study
  
  Swapping out the butter or other artery-clogging fats in your diet for heart-healthy olive oil may add years to your life, researchers say. Folks who consume more than 1/2 a tablespoon of olive oil a day are less likely to die from heart disease, cancer, neurodegenerative...
• New MRI Technique May Detect MS Earlier
  
  Researchers in Austria say a new MRI technique may lead to faster diagnosis and treatment for people with multiple sclerosis. The technique can detect biochemical changes in the brains of people with MS early in their disease, according to findings published Jan. 4 in the...
• 10 Surprising Health Benefits of Tea
  
  According to the Tea Association of the U.S.A. Inc., tea is the most widely consumed beverage in the world next to water, and can be found in nearly 80% of U.S. households. While most people know that tea is good for them, they likely don't know all the health benefits of...
• 'Few-Foods' Diet Eases ADHD Symptoms: Study
  
  Can eating a highly restrictive "few-foods diet" ease the classic symptoms of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in kids? New research suggests that short-term nutritional intervention, which tests whether certain foods are a trigger for ADHD symptoms through...
• Study: Babies Born in Early Days of Pandemic Score Lower on Development Skills at 6 Months
  
  Babies born during the early months of the COVID-19 outbreak scored slightly lower on a screening of their developmental skills at 6 months of age than those born before the pandemic, according to a new study.
• Start Your Year With a Free Memory Screening
  
  When it comes to routine health screenings, resolve to include a memory assessment in 2022.The Alzheimer's Foundation of America offers routine screenings that are both virtual and free every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. The process is quick, taking about 10 to 15 minutes....
• Simple Ways to Boost Mental Health With Your Smartphone
  
  Our phones have become an integral part of our lives from morning until bedtime. Being on call 24/7, mindlessly scrolling through social media and wasting time searching information can be a drain on your mental health. However, smartphones can also be used to boost mood,...
• 7 Herbs Proven to Tame Stress
  
  It is particularly important to take time out for yourself to relax and restore during the hectic holiday season. Herbal remedies can work wonders to soothe both the body and mind, especially those classified as nervines, which support the nervous system. Other herbs offset...
• These Medications Raise Risk for Delirium After Surgery
  
  Older adults have a higher risk of delirium after hip and knee surgery if they're taking anxiety, depression or insomnia drugs, researchers say. "Our findings show that different classes of medicine are riskier than others when it comes to causing delirium after surgery, and...
• Health App Tracks Disease Symptoms, Medications, Side Effects, More
  
  There's an exciting health app that you can download for free that helps monitor your symptoms, keep track of medications, and identify side effects for a wide variety of medical conditions including cancer, chronic pain, migraines, and even anxiety and depression. Called...
• Does Christmas Music Stress You Out? You're Not Alone
  
  For some people the holiday season is "the most wonderful time of the year." But for others, the shopping, the expectations, and yes, even the steady drone of Christmas music can drive them crazy. While you can turn off the tunes at home or in your car, it's pretty hard to...
• Cataract Surgery Might Lower Your Odds for Dementia
  
  People who undergo surgery to treat cataracts may have a lower likelihood of developing Alzheimer's disease, a new study suggests. Of more than 3,000 older adults with the eye disease, those who had surgery were about 30% less likely to be diagnosed with Alzheimer's in the...
• 1 in 3 College Freshmen Has Depression, Anxiety
  
  Starting college can be a time of fun, new experiences and growth. Yet it can also be a rough transition for many students who struggle with mental health issues. A new study from researchers in the United Kingdom and Canada found about one-third of first-year students have...
• Taking Viagra Linked to Lower Risk for Alzheimer's
  
  Viagra, a drug long used to treat erectile dysfunction, may double as a potential weapon against Alzheimer's disease, a new study suggests. Looking at data on more than 7 million Americans, researchers found that those taking the drug were 69% less likely to develop...
• High Heart Rate Linked to Dementia Risk
  
  Checking older adults' resting heart rate could help identify those who are more likely to experience a decline in mental function, a Swedish study suggests. The researchers found that a high resting heart rate was associated with a greater risk of dementia. "We believe it...
• Simple Ways to Protect Your Mental Health During Stressful Times
  
  The holiday season can bring unwelcome guests - stress and depression. The extra demands of shopping, cooking meals, buying gifts and even worrying about staying healthy and safe at family gatherings due to COVID-19 can wreak havoc with mental health. But according to the...
• Psychiatric Disorders Linked to Increased Risk for Type 2 Diabetes
  
  According to new research, people with psychiatric disorders often have to deal with another trouble: Higher rates of type 2 diabetes than the general population. "Increased prevalence of type 2 diabetes among individuals with a psychiatric disorder suggests that these...
• Housework Linked to Better Balance and Memory in Older Adults
  
  Seniors, looking for a way to stay mentally quick and physically strong? Start scrubbing. Researchers from Singapore say housework may be a key to keeping your brain sharp as you age. Their new study found that in older adults, cleaning house was tied to a better memory and...
• Wearable Vibration Device May Ease Parkinson's Tremor
  
  Physiotherapist David Putrino was working on a vibrating glove to help deaf people experience live music when a friend mentioned that the same technology might stop tremors in people with Parkinson's disease. Putrino, director of rehabilitation innovation for Mount Sinai...

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