Talking About Rotator Cuff Injury
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By Johns Hopkins Health Alerts, www.johnshopkinshealthalerts.com
Because of the shoulder's anatomy, it is easily subject to injury in people of any age, especially if they are engaged in activities involving overhead movement. However, aging can increase the chance of injury. Studies report that deterioration of the rotator cuff occurs in a large percentage of individuals, and the percentage goes up with each successive decade of life. More...
Posted in Arthritis on November 17, 2008
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How Disks Herniate
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By Johns Hopkins Health Alerts, www.johnshopkinshealthalerts.com
Pain due to a herniated, or slipped disk usually strikes suddenly and can be excruciating. In this Health Alert, Johns Hopkins explains what happens when disks herniate.At some point in their lives, 10% of all Americans experience painful symptoms from a herniated disk – commonly known as a slipped disk. Over the years, the demand of supporting the body's weight causes the outer layer of the disk to weaken, become thinner, and develop microscopic tears.… More...
Posted in Back Pain & Osteoporosis on November 21, 2008
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For Colonoscopy, Location Matters
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By Johns Hopkins Health Alerts; www.johnshopkinshealthalerts.com
Not all colonoscopies are equal, a new study finds. Colorectal cancer is more likely to be missed if the colonoscopy is performed in a doctor's office rather than in a hospital or clinic.Canadian investigators analyzed data from more than 12,000 people with colorectal cancer who had reportedly normal colonoscopies no more than three years before their diagnosis. The investigators found that 3% of the people had a new or missed cancer, some within six… More...
Posted in Colon Cancer on November 18, 2008
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What Causes Prostatitis?
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By Johns Hopkins Health Alerts; www.johnshopkinshealthalerts.com
If you have prostatitis, you're not alone. Prostatitis usually affects men in their early 40s, and it is one of the leading reasons why men visit a urologist. In this Health Alert, Johns Hopkins explains why chronic prostatitis is so difficult to treat. There are two kinds of prostatitis -- bacterial and nonbacterial. Nearly 95% of patients are thought to develop prostatitis from nonbacterial causes, which have yet to be identified. … More...
Posted in Enlarged Prostate on November 20, 2008
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Diet and Longevity
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By Johns Hopkins Health Alerts; www.johnshopkinshealthalerts.com
Here is diet advice from five leading scientific journals that can help you maintain your health, prevent disease, and enjoy a healthy lifestyle. Diet tip 1: 'Cutting carbs' may help trim your waistline and maintain your vision. Researchers at Tufts University analyzed the dietary habits of 4,099 people with age-related macular degeneration and found that participants who ate a diet with the most refined carbohydrates, such as cookies, candy, pasta, white bread, and crackers, were… More...
Posted in Healthy Living on November 5, 2008
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How High Blood Pressure Can Affect Your Memory
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By Johns Hopkins Health Alerts; www.johnshopkinshealthalerts.com
The most serious effects of untreated hypertension are well known: strokes, heart attacks, heart failure, kidney disease, and vision loss. But hypertension can contribute to lesser-known health conditions, including cognitive (thinking) impairments. In this Health Alert, Johns Hopkins explains how hypertension leads to thinking problems and provides advice.Hypertension, particularly in mid-life, may be a major risk factor for cognitive decline, dementia, and Alzheimer's disease. On the plus side, research is showing that treating hypertension may… More...
Posted in Hypertension & Stroke on October 21, 2008
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Talking About Flu Shots
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By Johns Hopkins Health Alerts; www.johnshopkinshealthalerts.com
In this excerpt from our Health After 50 newsletter, Johns Hopkins doctors answer frequently-asked questions about flu shots. Bottom Line Recommendation: Get your flu shot!It's flu season once again. October and November are the best months for vaccination, but a shot in December or even later can still be beneficial. Amidst the reminders and recommendations to get a flu shot, many people remain unsure about side effects, the availability of a nasal vaccine, and whether… More...
Posted in Lung Disorders on November 6, 2008
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How to Recognize Symptoms of Early-Stage Alzheimer's Disease
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By Johns Hopkins Health Alerts; www.johnshopkinshealthalerts.com
What kinds of behaviors should you expect from a loved one who has just been diagnosed with early-stage Alzheimer's disease? Johns Hopkins discusses 10 common symptoms of early Alzheimer's.Alzheimer's disease is progressive, meaning it worsens over time. It is also terminal, meaning all who develop it will eventually succumb to it. As Alzheimer's rides its course, it renders those who suffer from it increasingly dependent on the care of others. This is true for all… More...
Posted in Memory on November 10, 2008
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7 Tips To Help You Cope With Vision Loss
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By Johns Hopkins Health Alerts; www.johnshopkinshealthalerts.com
Dealing with vision loss is challenging. For people with glaucoma, macular degeneration, or another vision problem, low-vision aids can help optimize remaining vision and improve the ability to perform daily activities.Some examples of low-vision aids are telescopes, closed-circuit televisions (a small television camera is mounted on a movable tray; documents or other objects are moved under the camera and viewed on a small monitor), magnifying glasses, clocks and phones with large numbers, and large-print… More...
Posted in Vision on November 14, 2008
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