First Drug That Could Slow Alzheimer's Gets FDA Approval
Biogen's aducanumab makes history as a breakthrough therapy to target the disease
Change in Colorectal Cancer Screen Advice
New guidelines lower the starting age from 50 to 45
What to Know Before Your Second COVID Shot
Understand the do's and don'ts of the 2-dose regimen
How to Be Safe During (and After) ER Visits
A visit can lead to more health problems for some
Competition Can Boost Your Fitness Routine
Camaraderie and motivation keep people engaged and active
Drinking Among Older Adults Split During Pandemic
A new survey reveals a divide between drinkers and abstainers
Doctors Discuss New Diet Drug Semaglutide
Sold under the brand name Wegovy, it appears twice as effective as other Rx treatments for obesity
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Why You Might Need More B12 and D3 Vitamins
Two dietary supplements that may make sense for older adults
Why Joints Ache After 50 — and What You Can Do About It
Arthritis is more common with age, but there are ways to keep the pain to a minimum
Effects From Polio Could Still Affect Many Americans
Survivors are at risk for post-polio syndrome, and doctors may not recognize the symptoms
9 Questions for Public Health Expert Dr. Leana Wen
Why a pandemic revealed health disparities and how to work together to address them
Diabetes
Should You Take Metformin Despite the Recalls?
Experts explain the back-and-forth on this popular diabetes drug
Desserts for People With Diabetes
From chocolate to chia pudding, which treats to try if you’re watching your blood sugar
Can COVID-19 Cause Diabetes in Patients?
Researchers are working to understand surprising diagnoses in some hospitalized patients
Telehealth
Medicare Telehealth Use Soars During COVID-19 Pandemic
1 in 4 beneficiaries 'saw' medical provider remotely
Healthy Living
5 Ways to Be Happier Now
Expert tips to bring more meaning and joy to your daily life — starting today
7 Superfoods You Should Be Eating After 50
These standouts can keep you healthy as nutritional needs change with age
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