Beta Blockers May Reduce Alzheimer’s Risk

Men taking beta blockers to treat high blood pressure may also be benefiting from an unintended side effect: a reduced chance of brain changes associated with Alzheimer’s disease.åÊ åÊThe Honolulu-Asia Aging Study ‰ÛÓ which will be discussed next month at the American Academy of Neurology’s annual meeting in San Diego...

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Overweight Seniors May Live Longer

Body weight does not necessarily correspond to longevity. According to a new report in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA),åÊ those carrying extra pounds outlive their thinner peers and those who were overweight at ages 65 and older, even those who were highly obese, had a lower mortality...

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Inforgraphic on Childproofing Your Home

This may not be totally relevant to readers; however, grandparents who have little children coming over could find it useful. Courtesy: HomeInsurance.org with this graphic.

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Four Ways to Engage High-Deductible Health Care Plans

Visiting the doctor, whether for a routine check-up or a life-saving procedure, has always been a source of anxiety for many, largely due to the many unknowns, big words, and frightening discoveries that the patient can encounter. While health insurance is intended to make health care more affordable, and it...

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