Key TakewaysA recent study shows that higher and fluctuating lipid levels coincide with higher occurrence of Alzheimer’s disease.The study didn’t account for people predisposed to Alzheimer’s or other risk factors.Higher cholesterol is a risk factor for many conditions, and heart health and brain health may be linked. Key Takeways A recent study shows that higher and fluctuating lipid levels coincide with higher occurrence of Alzheimer’s disease.The study didn’t account for people predisposed to Alzheimer’s or other risk factors....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCurrent Screening MethodsBlood Tests for Lung CancerLung Cancer ResearchFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Current Screening Methods Blood Tests for Lung Cancer Lung Cancer Research Frequently Asked Questions The gold standard for findinglung cancerearly is computed tomography (CT) lung cancer screening. However, this is limited to people who have smoked. Currently, there are morenon-smokers(never smokersand past smokers) who develop lung cancer than current smokers....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Are They?With Macular DegenerationTreatmentsSeeking Medical Care Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Are They? With Macular Degeneration Treatments Seeking Medical Care Macular degenerationcan lead to vision loss. In turn, people with vision loss may experience visual hallucinations (seeing things that aren’t there). This is known as Charles Bonnet syndrome (CBS). One study estimates that more than 12% of people with macular degeneration experience visual hallucinations....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCan It Cause Diarrhea?Types That May Cause ItTypes That May Not Cause ItSigns of Too MuchHow Much Is Needed?Foods High in MagnesiumSupplements that Help Absorb ItManaging & Preventing Diarrhea Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Can It Cause Diarrhea? Types That May Cause It Types That May Not Cause It Signs of Too Much How Much Is Needed? Foods High in Magnesium...

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is Magnesium Spray?BenefitsDoes It Increase Magnesium Levels?How to UsePrecautions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is Magnesium Spray? Benefits Does It Increase Magnesium Levels? How to Use Precautions Magnesium spray is a product that is applied externally on the skin. Though it is touted to promote muscle relaxation, improve sleep, and manage migraines, studies of its effectiveness have yielded mixed results....

Key TakeawaysA viral TikTok suggests the gelatin in marshmallows can provide cough relief.Experts say there’s no evidence to support this, but the placebo effect is real.Honey, hot tea, and gargling with salt water are some of the effective at-home remedies to soothe a sore throat. Key Takeaways A viral TikTok suggests the gelatin in marshmallows can provide cough relief.Experts say there’s no evidence to support this, but the placebo effect is real....

Due to the recentcoronavirus (COVID-19)outbreak, many questions have arisen regarding the use of masks in preventing the spread of viral infections. When may a mask be effective for this purpose? What types of masks can be used? COVID-19: Dos and Don’ts for Wearing a Face Mask or Covering Verywell / Tim Liedtke Surgical Face Masks Surgical face masks are loose-fitting disposable masks that are readily available to the general public and can be purchased over-the-counter....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsEffects on PeriodsHormonal Birth ControlHormone TherapyAntidepressantsAntipsychoticsThyroid MedicationBlood ThinnersChemotherapyWhen to Seek Care Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Effects on Periods Hormonal Birth Control Hormone Therapy Antidepressants Antipsychotics Thyroid Medication Blood Thinners Chemotherapy When to Seek Care It’s normal for your period to vary slightly from month to month. However, the medications you take may be to blame if you notice a sudden change in your menstrual cycle....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsAntidepressantsAntihistaminesBenzodiazepinesOpiatesBarbituratesBaclofenTestosteroneMedications Causing Weight GainAlcoholWhat to Consider Before Taking These Drugs Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Antidepressants Antihistamines Benzodiazepines Opiates Barbiturates Baclofen Testosterone Medications Causing Weight Gain Alcohol What to Consider Before Taking These Drugs This article will discuss the medications that can affect sleep apnea and which ones to avoid to prevent worsening the condition. Research suggests that there may be an association between impaired breathing and inadequate nighttimeoxygen saturationand selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), a type of antidepressants that may possibly make sleep apnea symptoms worse....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTreating Dizziness With MedicationCauses of DizzinessChoosing a TreatmentCoping With Dizziness Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Treating Dizziness With Medication Causes of Dizziness Choosing a Treatment Coping With Dizziness Dizziness is a broad term encompassing a range of sensations, such as feeling faint, weak, unsteady, lightheaded, or off-balance. Experts separate dizziness into several main categories, including: Dizziness can sometimes be treated with medications....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCausesTransmissionSimilar ConditionsPreventionFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes Transmission Similar Conditions Prevention Frequently Asked Questions Because BV affects the vagina, people with a penis can’t get it. However, research suggests that men can play a role in transmitting this infection to their female sexual partners, likely due to bacteria that live on the penis. This article provides an overview of bacterial vaginosis and outlines the ways that male sexual partners may contribute to this infection....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsEstrogen and Skin HealthSymptomsOther Causes of RashMenopause and ItchingOther Skin ConditionsLifestyle ChangesTreatmentFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Estrogen and Skin Health Symptoms Other Causes of Rash Menopause and Itching Other Skin Conditions Lifestyle Changes Treatment Frequently Asked Questions Menopauseitself doesn’t cause a rash. However, it creates a decline in estrogen, which can lead to dry, itchy skin. Menopause is reached when you have had 12 consecutive months without a menstrual cycle....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsThe LinkCausesSignsTreatmentWhen to Seek Care Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents The Link Causes Signs Treatment When to Seek Care This article is part ofHealth Divide: Menopause and Black Women, a destination in our Health Divide series. There is a connection betweenmenopauseand depression. According to research, about 41% of postmenopausal people feel depressed.Among menopausal people of different racial and ethnic groups, depression disproportionately affects Black people....