Whether uttered unintentionally or with the full expectation of death, a person’s last words are those that people will often remember and quote as if they somehow represent the core of who that person was. This is especially true of historical figures for which final words both humanize them and add to their mythology. Chris Raymond George Washington (1732-1799) The first President of the United States was quoted as saying:...

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsFilmSportsMusiciansArtists and ChefsPoliticians and ActivistsWritersScientists Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Film Sports Musicians Artists and Chefs Politicians and Activists Writers Scientists Alzheimer’s diseaseanddementiacan affect anyone—even people who are famous. Here is a list of famous people with Alzheimer’s or dementia, including actors, athletes, writers, and other public figures. Getty Images Europe/ Getty Images Actors and Film Artists, Designers, and Chefs A Word From Verywell It may help to take anat-home dementia screening test called the SAGEto see whether the changescould be a normal part of agingor a concern you should bring to your healthcare provider....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsClobex SprayCyclosporineHumiraOther BiologicsPhototherapy Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Clobex Spray Cyclosporine Humira Other Biologics Phototherapy A few treatments are known to help clear psoriasis symptoms fast, such as Clobex spray, cyclosporine, and Humria. When choosing a psoriasis treatment, however, also consider other factors like side effects, cost, and your healthcare provider’s recommendations. BURGER / Getty Images Clobex spray is a spray version of clobetasol, a potentcorticosteroid....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWater-Soluble VitaminsFat-Soluble VitaminsFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Water-Soluble Vitamins Fat-Soluble Vitamins Frequently Asked Questions For example, thiamine, riboflavin, folic acid, niacin, biotin, and pantothenic acid examples of water-soluble B vitamins. Because they are dissolved in water, the body gets rid of anything it doesn’t need in your urine. If they are not adequately replaced, nutritional deficiencies and related health problems can occur....

When you undergoradiation therapytotreat cancer, your healthcare provider may provide you with a list of possible side effects of treatment. Things like nausea, diarrhea, and hair loss usually catch a person’s attention first because they seem to be the worst. However,fatigueis one of the most common side effects. A lack of energy and excessive tiredness is common for cancer patients no matter their therapy, but those undergoing radiation therapy experience fatigue more frequently....

Key TakeawaysThis Halloween, health experts are saying that children can go trick-or-treating in small groups—with a few caveats.Kids should wear masks and stay out of large groups.Being outdoors is a safer way to spend the holiday than attending crowded indoor parties.Children everywhere can rejoice: Halloween festivities are officially back.Traditionally, the holiday allows for kids of all ages to dress up in their favorite spooky costume and shout “trick-or-treat” before they snag some candy....

Key TakeawaysAnthony Fauci, MD, is recovering from West Nile virus after a hospital stay.Older adults, like Fauci, are at a higher risk of severe illness, with some cases leading to serious neurological conditions.There is no specific treatment or vaccine for West Nile virus. Key Takeaways Anthony Fauci, MD, is recovering from West Nile virus after a hospital stay.Older adults, like Fauci, are at a higher risk of severe illness, with some cases leading to serious neurological conditions....

Key TakeawaysPublic health experts say that low-tech interventions, like wearing a face mask and social distancing, are necessary to achieve normalcy as the COVID-19 pandemic continues.Mask-wearing continues to be a top measure not only for preventing the transmission of COVID-19, but also saving lives.Experts say that to decrease the spread of COVID-19, mask-wearing should be combined with frequent, proper handwashing and social distancing. Key Takeaways Public health experts say that low-tech interventions, like wearing a face mask and social distancing, are necessary to achieve normalcy as the COVID-19 pandemic continues....

Key TakeawaysDespite good news regarding the efficacy of two vaccines to prevent COVID-19, medicines to treat early stages of the virus are needed.Many drugs are in clinical trials to determine their effectiveness for early stages of the virus.Early treatment can help prevent a more dangerous form of COVID-19 and help reduce transmission rates. Key Takeaways Despite good news regarding the efficacy of two vaccines to prevent COVID-19, medicines to treat early stages of the virus are needed....

Think low-cholesterol desserts aren’t worth eating? Here, top nutrition experts share their secrets to satisfying a sweet tooth with something delicious and heart-healthy. Westend61 / Getty Images Focus on Fruit “Try a baked apple, poached pear, a bowl of sorbet topped with diced mango,” recommends Elizabeth Somer, MA, RD, author of “Eat Your Way to Happiness” (Harlequin, 2009). She also suggests snacking on frozen blueberries or dunking fresh strawberries in a little fat-free dark chocolate syrup....

Key TakeawaysAn FDA advisory panel concluded that while a novel MDMA-assisted therapy for PTSD is promising, it still poses too many safety risks.The safety concerns centered largely on ensuring that relationships between therapists and patients, who may be more vulnerable under the influence of MDMA, remain consensual.Despite setback, the questions posed during the FDA meeting will guide the work of other companies in the burgeoning psychedelic-assisted therapy space. Key Takeaways An FDA advisory panel concluded that while a novel MDMA-assisted therapy for PTSD is promising, it still poses too many safety risks....

UPDATEOn Friday, October 29, theFDA authorizedthe use of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for use in children aged 5-11. Their decision is based on clinical trial data that shows the vaccine is 90.7% effective at preventing COVID-19 in kids and not linked to any serious side effects. UPDATE On Friday, October 29, theFDA authorizedthe use of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for use in children aged 5-11. Their decision is based on clinical trial data that shows the vaccine is 90....

Key Takeaways Alopecia areataoften causes people to lose hair in chunks, leaving their head patchy or bald, or rendering eyebrows and eyelashes bare. Getting that hair to regrow can be challenging—existing treatments require patients to regularly visit their dermatologist, deal with painful injections, or risk uncomfortable side effects. The condition can be “psychologically distressing” for patients, saidMelissa Piliang, MD, an alopecia expert and dermatologist at the Cleveland Clinic. For the first time, the Food and Drug Administration approved a drug last week to systemically treat patients with severe alopecia areata....