From Newswise comes a report about a study that shows that wearing high heels does not contribute to the development of osteoarthritis in women. It seems that excessive weight gain ... Read More

From the Washington Times: Nation/Politics"Bush prods Hill conference to complete Medicare bill" . With the deficit the largest we have ever seen and costs of Iraq reconstruction increasing do we ... Read More

Before starting an exercise program talk with your doctor about your risk factors. New studies show that low intensity exercise may be safer and just as effective. Feel fit for ... Read More

A British study shows that a low calorie diet started as late as middle age can help people live longer. Read more about nutrition for seniors.

From Cedars-Sinai Medical Center comes information about a surgery that uses radio frequency to treat varicose veins. This procedure promises faster recovery and less discomfort than traditional treatments. Learn about ... Read More

Root canals have gotten a bad rap from those who hate going to the dentist. They are are however mostly painless and very successful in saving teeth that might other ... Read More

A study in this month's issue of CHEST shows that the use of CPAP for people suffering with Obstructive Sleep Apnea improves not only their lives but the lives of ... Read More

September is Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month. This month the focus is on the various cancers such as cervical, ovarianand uterine cancer that can threaten a womans well-being.

Cholesterol drug increases pain-free walking distance. In this study the cholesterol lowing drug Lipitor has been found to help relive the symptoms of intermittent claudication which causes burning pain in ... Read More

I have been evaluating Automatic External Defibrilators or AED's for my church. We have an older population and felt that with the risk of sudden cardiac arrest being so high ... Read More