Senior Health Update Archives

Long-term ibuprofen, aspirin use linked to lower Alzheimer’s risk

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are a group of medications that people commonly use to help reduce pain and inflammation. Experts are interested in how NSAIDs may affect dementia risk. One study found that the use...

Low carb diet may improve cholesterol levels in people with type 2 diabetes

People with type 2 diabetes are at a higher risk of developing high cholesterol, which is a risk factor for heart disease. Traditionally, a high carbohydrate and low fat diet was considered best for people...

Drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy linked to eye condition causing vision loss

A new study finds an association between semaglutide and a rare eye condition. The condition, called nonarteritic anterior ischemic optic neuropathy, can cause blindness. The authors note that this finding is preliminary, and more research...

Feeling consistently lonely may increase stroke risk

Being consistently lonely over a long period of time significantly increases one’s risk of having a stroke, finds a new study. Loneliness may increase the risk of strokes through three general pathways: physiological, behavioral, and...

Common sleep medication may prevent brain from clearing ‘waste’

As many as 70 million people have consistent sleeping issues. Not getting enough sleep each night can raise a person’s risk for several health concerns, including cognitive decline and dementia. For the first time a...

Low carb diet may improve cholesterol levels in people with type 2 diabetes

Which cardiovascular drugs may help lower dementia risk?

Dementia prevention is a critical area of research, as experts want to understand what people can do to decrease dementia risk. A recent study found that more than 5 years of taking medications like blood...

The early warning signs of breast cancer

Certain changes in the breast may be early signs of breast cancer. Knowing what these changes look and feel like can help people access the right treatment as soon as possible. Medically reviewed by Christina Chun,...

Losing muscle may increase risk of developing dementia

Sarcopenia describes the muscle loss that often occurs in older age. Individuals with higher levels of muscle loss are more at risk of adverse health outcomes, including falls and fractures. The latest study concludes that...

Dark chocolate may help lower type 2 diabetes risk

Experts are interested in aspects of diet that can decrease someone’s chances of developing type 2 diabetes. A study examining the data of three cohorts suggests that eating dark chocolate may decrease type 2 diabetes...