Study: Soy Doesn’t Boost Memory in Older Women
Many aging women add soy to their diets for its widely touted health benefits. But a recent study finds that better brain function isn’t one of them.
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Immune System Glitch Linked to Four Times Higher Risk of Death
People with an immune system flaw that causes the overproduction of an antibody molecule called a free light chain are four times more likely to die of diseases including cancer, diabetes and cardiac and respiratory disease than …
New Melanoma Drugs Beat Chemotherapy in Trials
In two large-scale trials, new drugs made by GlaxoSmithKline extended the lives of patients with advanced melanoma longer than standard chemotherapy.
Bed Bugs vs. Bug Bombs: The Bugs Win
If you’ve ever had bed bugs, you’ve probably tried everything to get rid of them, including setting off a bug bomb. But a new study shows that these popular consumer products are no match for the blood-sucking pests.
Study: Men Eat their Veggies, but Only to Keep their Wives Happy
Married men may eat their broccoli to keep the peace at dinner, but they may be likely to binge on unhealthy food when they leave the house, a recent study by University of Michigan researchers found.
Is Exercise Harmful for Some People?
For some healthy people, exercise may actually increase heart risk, according to a paper published this week in the journal PLoS One.
Alternatives to the Nursing Home for Aging or Ailing Parents
In this week’s TIME cover story, available to subscribers here, journalist Joe Klein writes about managing the care of his ailing parents. Following is information about housing and care options for families facing the same long goodbye.
Men vs. Women: Whose Offices Have More Bacteria?
Sorry, office drones, yet another study finds that your workspace is teeming with germs.
‘Old-Person Smell’ Really Exists, Scientists Say
Elderly people have a distinct smell, confirm researchers at Monell Chemical Senses Center in Philadelphia, but contrary to stereotype their scent isn’t all bad.
Five Tips for Families Facing End-of-Life Care
In this week’s TIME cover story, “The Long Goodbye” (available to subscribers here), journalist Joe Klein writes about the loss of his parents. They both suffered from dementia and died within months of each other. Through their …
5 Common Myths About Arthritis Debunked
Although arthritis is extremely common, people still have many misconceptions about the disease. How much do you really know?
Fake Adderall Sold Online, FDA Warns
Counterfeit versions of Adderall, Teva Pharmaceutical’s widely used ADHD drug, are being sold online with the wrong active ingredients.
How Two Key Lifestyle Changes Can Help Boost Your Health Overall
Getting healthy doesn’t mean having to overhaul your entire lifestyle.